OB Midterm review questions with correct answers

The nurse is monitoring a postpartum client who received epidural anesthesia for delivery for the presence of a vulvar hematoma. Which assessment finding would best indicate the presence of a hematoma? Correct Answer-Changes in vital signs A woman infected with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) has given birth to an infant who appears normal, and the nurse provides instructions about newborn infant care. Which statement by the mother indicates an understanding of the instructions? Select all that apply. Correct Answer-I am going to need to bottle-feed my baby." "I need to wash my hands before and after bathroom use. "I can transmit the infection to my baby when I breast-feed. "I am going to contact some support groups to help me cope and learn ways to deal with things when I get home." On the second postpartum day, a woman complains of burning on urination, urgency, and frequency of urination. A urinalysis is done, and the results indicate the presence of a urinary tract infection. The nurse instructs the new mother on measures to take for treatment of the infection. Which statement, if made by the mother, would indicate a need for further instruction? Correct Answer-"Foods and fluids that will increase urine alkalinity should be consumed." The nurse is developing a plan of care for a client recovering from a cesarean delivery. Which action should the nurse encourage the client to do to prevent thrombophlebitis? Correct Answer-Ambulat