What type of lochia will the nurse assess initially after delivery?
a. Serosa
b. Rubra
c. Alba
d. Vaginalis
ANS: B
The initial vaginal discharge after delivery is called lochia rubra. It is red and moderately heavy. Lochia rubra lasts for up to 3 days postpartum.
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