Concerning postpartum ovarian function, nurses should be aware that:
1. almost three quarters of nonbreastfeeding women resume menstruating within a month after birth.
2. ovulation occurs slightly earlier for breastfeeding women.
3. because of menstruation and ovulation schedules, contraception considerations can be postponed until after the puerperium.
4. the first menstrual flow after childbirth is usually heavier than normal.
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1. Incorrect. Although ovulation can occur within the first month, it takes 3 months for 70% of nonlactating women.
2. Incorrect. Breastfeeding women take longer to resume ovulation.
3. Incorrect. Because many women ovulate before their first postpartum menstrual period, contraceptive options need to be discussed early in the puerperium.
4. Correct. The first flow is heavier; however, within three or four cycles it is back to nor-mal.
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