When conducting a postpartum assessment, the nurse uses the BUBBLE-HE mnemonic. Which of the following are components of the assessment? (Select all that apply.)
a. Breasts
b. Lochia
c. Episiotomy
d. Extremities
e. Bowel
f. Uterus
ANS: A, B, C, E, F
Breasts, uterus, bladder, bowel, lochia, episiotomy, Homans' sign, emotions;
use of a memory device such as BUBBLE-HE enables the nurse to perform a systematic, thorough postpartum assessment. In addition to these specific assessments, vital signs, pain, hydration status, ambulation, and parenting should be included.
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