Chapter 19 Nursing Care During Postpartum EAQ and
Lessons(Correctly solved)
Which nursing intervention is most beneficial in promoting infant bonding for the new parent of
a newborn?
A. Hand the newborn and ask them to change the diaper
B. Ask why they are so anxious and nervous
C. Tell the new parent that they will get used to the newborn in time
D. Provide education about newborn care when the parent is present correct answers D. Provide
education about newborn care when the parent is present
Which observation while assessing postpartum patient 24 hrs after delivery would lead the nurse
to conclude that the patient is free of infection when checking the lochia?
A. Dark red foul color
B. Yellowish white with a fleshy odor
C. Yellowish white with a foul odor
D. Dark red with a fleshy odor correct answers D. Dark red with a fleshy odor
The nurse is caring for a lactating patient with a body temp of 102 and engorged, swollen, hard,
and red breasts. Which intervention related to patient care would be helpful in managing breast
engorgement? Select all that apply.
A. Taking warm showers before breastfeeding
B. Nursing the baby frequently
C. Using a tight supportive bra or breast binder
D. Applying cold cabbage leaves to the breasts
E. Avoiding use of lanolin or hydrogel pads correct answers A, B, D
Which laboratory value will the nurse evaluate on the first postpartum day to assess blood loss
during delivery?
A. Glucose
B. Rh status
C. Urinalysis
D. Hemoglobin correct answers D. Hemoglobin
Which finding in the patient who has just given birth would indicate that she has postpartum
blues?
A. Panic attacks and suicidal thoughts
B. Anger towards self and the infant
C. Periodic crying and insomnia
D. Obsessive thoughts and hallucinations correct answers C. Periodic crying and insomnia
Which measure is least effective in preventing postpartum hemorrhage?
A. Administering Methergine, 0.2 mg every 6 hours for four doses, as ordered
B. Encouraging the woman to void every 2 hours
C. Massaging the fundus every hour for the first 24 hours following birth
, D. Teaching the woman the importance of rest and nutrition to enhance healing correct answers
C. Massaging the fundus every hour for the first 24 hours following birth
Which parent-infant behaviors would the nurse investigate further when caring for a postpartum
patient who gave birth recently?
A. Change the baby's diapers when needed.
B. Position the baby comfortably.
C. Demonstrate eye-to-eye contact with the baby.
D. Complete the child care activities silently, without looking at the baby. correct answers D.
Complete the child care activities silently, without looking at the baby.
When would the nurse discuss contraceptive options with a postpartum patient who is being
prepared for discharge and is instructed to visit the clinic after 6 weeks for follow-up?
A. At the time of discharge
B. At the time of follow-up
C. After a month
D. After 2 months correct answers A. At the time of discharge
Which statement given by the patient indicates effective nurse education about postpartum
blues?
A. "I might feel like laughing one minute and crying the next."
B. "I should call the support line only if I hear voices."
C. "I should notify my primary health care provider (PHP) immediately if I am depressed."
D. "I need to take medication to treat anxiety and sadness." correct answers A. "I might feel like
laughing one minute and crying the next."
Which statement made by the postpartum patient would indicate the need for further teaching
about perineal care techniques to prevent infections?
A. "I should use soap and a full bottle of water to wash my perineum!
B. "I should wash from symphysis pubis back to anus."
C. "I should change the perineal pad for every 2 to 3 hours."
D. "I should fill the squeeze bottle with cold water while washing." correct answers D. "I should
fill the squeeze bottle with cold water while washing."
Which instruction would the nurse give the patient to relieve perineal discomfort when sitting
after a vaginal delivery?
A. "Tighten your buttocks before sitting or rising."
B. "Support your body weight on the arms of a chair."
C. "Place a pillow behind your back.
D. "Always sit on an inflatable ring." correct answers A. "Tighten your buttocks before sitting or
rising."
Which is the purpose of the nurse instructing the patient to do Kegel exercises as preparation for
discharge after childbirth?
A. To prevent urine retention
B. To provide relief of lower back pain
Lessons(Correctly solved)
Which nursing intervention is most beneficial in promoting infant bonding for the new parent of
a newborn?
A. Hand the newborn and ask them to change the diaper
B. Ask why they are so anxious and nervous
C. Tell the new parent that they will get used to the newborn in time
D. Provide education about newborn care when the parent is present correct answers D. Provide
education about newborn care when the parent is present
Which observation while assessing postpartum patient 24 hrs after delivery would lead the nurse
to conclude that the patient is free of infection when checking the lochia?
A. Dark red foul color
B. Yellowish white with a fleshy odor
C. Yellowish white with a foul odor
D. Dark red with a fleshy odor correct answers D. Dark red with a fleshy odor
The nurse is caring for a lactating patient with a body temp of 102 and engorged, swollen, hard,
and red breasts. Which intervention related to patient care would be helpful in managing breast
engorgement? Select all that apply.
A. Taking warm showers before breastfeeding
B. Nursing the baby frequently
C. Using a tight supportive bra or breast binder
D. Applying cold cabbage leaves to the breasts
E. Avoiding use of lanolin or hydrogel pads correct answers A, B, D
Which laboratory value will the nurse evaluate on the first postpartum day to assess blood loss
during delivery?
A. Glucose
B. Rh status
C. Urinalysis
D. Hemoglobin correct answers D. Hemoglobin
Which finding in the patient who has just given birth would indicate that she has postpartum
blues?
A. Panic attacks and suicidal thoughts
B. Anger towards self and the infant
C. Periodic crying and insomnia
D. Obsessive thoughts and hallucinations correct answers C. Periodic crying and insomnia
Which measure is least effective in preventing postpartum hemorrhage?
A. Administering Methergine, 0.2 mg every 6 hours for four doses, as ordered
B. Encouraging the woman to void every 2 hours
C. Massaging the fundus every hour for the first 24 hours following birth
, D. Teaching the woman the importance of rest and nutrition to enhance healing correct answers
C. Massaging the fundus every hour for the first 24 hours following birth
Which parent-infant behaviors would the nurse investigate further when caring for a postpartum
patient who gave birth recently?
A. Change the baby's diapers when needed.
B. Position the baby comfortably.
C. Demonstrate eye-to-eye contact with the baby.
D. Complete the child care activities silently, without looking at the baby. correct answers D.
Complete the child care activities silently, without looking at the baby.
When would the nurse discuss contraceptive options with a postpartum patient who is being
prepared for discharge and is instructed to visit the clinic after 6 weeks for follow-up?
A. At the time of discharge
B. At the time of follow-up
C. After a month
D. After 2 months correct answers A. At the time of discharge
Which statement given by the patient indicates effective nurse education about postpartum
blues?
A. "I might feel like laughing one minute and crying the next."
B. "I should call the support line only if I hear voices."
C. "I should notify my primary health care provider (PHP) immediately if I am depressed."
D. "I need to take medication to treat anxiety and sadness." correct answers A. "I might feel like
laughing one minute and crying the next."
Which statement made by the postpartum patient would indicate the need for further teaching
about perineal care techniques to prevent infections?
A. "I should use soap and a full bottle of water to wash my perineum!
B. "I should wash from symphysis pubis back to anus."
C. "I should change the perineal pad for every 2 to 3 hours."
D. "I should fill the squeeze bottle with cold water while washing." correct answers D. "I should
fill the squeeze bottle with cold water while washing."
Which instruction would the nurse give the patient to relieve perineal discomfort when sitting
after a vaginal delivery?
A. "Tighten your buttocks before sitting or rising."
B. "Support your body weight on the arms of a chair."
C. "Place a pillow behind your back.
D. "Always sit on an inflatable ring." correct answers A. "Tighten your buttocks before sitting or
rising."
Which is the purpose of the nurse instructing the patient to do Kegel exercises as preparation for
discharge after childbirth?
A. To prevent urine retention
B. To provide relief of lower back pain
