PN Maternal Newborn 2020 with NGN
PN Maternal Newborn 2020 with NGN ( 57 Questions)
A nurse is caring for a client who reports discomfort due to afterpains following breastfeeding. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Placing the client in a side-lying position may be a comfort measure, but it may not address the afterpains directly.
Applying a cool compress may provide some relief, but it may not be as effective as administering medication for pain relief.
Administering ibuprofen or other appropriate pain medication can help relieve afterpains, which are caused by uterine contractions after childbirth.
Encouraging Kegel exercises is not relevant to relieving afterpains. Kegel exercises are beneficial for pelvic floor muscle strength but do not directly address afterpains.
A. Placing the client in a side-lying position may be a comfort measure, but it may not address the afterpains directly.
B. Applying a cool compress may provide some relief, but it may not be as effective as administering medication for pain relief.
C. Administering ibuprofen or other appropriate pain medication can help relieve afterpains, which are caused by uterine contractions after childbirth.
D. Encouraging Kegel exercises is not relevant to relieving afterpains. Kegel exercises are beneficial for pelvic floor muscle strength but do not directly address afterpains.