A patient approaching delivery of her first child tells the nurse that many things need to be done prior to delivery, because she will not be permitted activity for 40 days after the birth. The nurse realizes that many countries of national origin practice a 40-day waiting period after the delivery of a baby? Select all that apply

Question

1. Bangladesh
2. Cuba
3. Ethiopia
4. Jordan
5. Thailand

Answer 1

1, 2, 3, 4
Explanation: 1. In Bangladesh, the mother remains indoors for 40 days.
2. In Cuba, the mother will stay home for 40 days.
3. In Ethiopia, the mother will be confined for 14 to 40 days postpartum.
4. In Jordan, the mother has a 40-day confinement period postpartum.
5. There are no restricted periods of maternal confinement after the birth of a child in Thailand.