What suggestion should the nurse provide to the patient who complains of severe afterpains?
1. “Stay in bed with your feet elevated.”
2. “Assume a prone position at intervals.”
3. “Try to nurse more frequently.”
4. “Apply ice to your abdomen for 20 minutes.”
2. “Assume a prone position at intervals.”
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