The nurse is providing care to a lesbian postpartum client and her life partner. Which nursing actions are appropriate when providing care to this couple? Select all that apply
1. Providing the couple with the same rights and care as those given to heterosexual couples
2. Educating the couple about heterosexual contraception during the postpartum period
3. Teaching the couple about when it is safe to resume sexual relations
4. Encouraging the couple to join a support group of other postpartum lesbian couples
5. Expecting the nonpregnant partner to assume the role of father
1, 3, 4
Explanation:
1. Lesbian couples should be given the same rights and care as heterosexual couples in the acute care environment.
2. Contraception teaching during the postpartum period will differ for the lesbian client versus the heterosexual client as there is no need to educate about heterosexual contraception.
3. Lesbian couples require education regarding the safe resumption of sexual relations.
4. Lesbian couples should be encouraged to seek support, including joining a support group with other postpartum lesbian couples.
5. Evidence shows that the nonpregnant partner will assume the comothering role, not the role of the father.
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