The nurse caring for a postpartum client explains the occurrence of lochia following delivery. Which of the following statements accurately describe a characteristic of this process?
A) "Lochia ruba, which is mostly red and bloody, is seen for the first week."
B) "Lochia serosa, which is pink or brown tinged, starts after the bleeding diminishes."
C) "Lochia alba, which is yellow or white, starts on about day 15.
D) "Lochia alba has a pungent, foul odor."
B
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Lochia rubra is seen for the first 2 days. It is mostly red and bloody. It should smell like blood (slightly metallic); a foul odor indicates infection. Lochia serosa starts after the bleeding diminishes. The color of the lochia changes to pink or brown-tinged for approximately the next 7 days. Lochia serosa has a slightly earthy odor. Lochia alba, which is yellow or white, starts on about day 10 . At this point, the lochia has decreased greatly in amount. Lochia alba also has an earthy smell.
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