A woman had a vaginal delivery two days ago and is preparing for discharge. What will the nurse plan to teach the woman to report to help prevent postpartum complications?
a. Fever
b. Change in lochia from red to white
c. Contractions
d. Fatigue and irritability
ANS: A
Increased temperature is a sign of infection. The other choices are normal in the postpartum period.
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