T.N.'s condition is stable and you prepare to provide patient teaching. What patient teaching
is vital after delivery?
What will be an ideal response?
Perineum care: Always wipe from front to back after voiding or defecating; wash perineum with
warm water using a squirt bottle, apply anesthetic ointment or spray as ordered, change peri-
pads frequently, and be careful to wash hands before and after perineum care.
Fluids: Encourage fluid intake for rehydration and to prevent constipation.
Ambulation: Encourage early ambulation to prevent blood clot formation and constipation.
Feeding: Facilitate infant feeding.
Newborn care
Danger signs: Excessive bleeding and signs and symptoms of infections (chills, fever over 100.4 ° F,
redness of breast or incisions, foul-smelling discharge).
Postpartum exercises: Teach Kegel exercises to strengthen perineal muscles and other exercises to
strengthen abdominal muscles.
Sexual activity: Without contraception, it is possible to get pregnant again a short time after delivery.
Discuss options for the woman and her partner.
Rest: Adequate rest is very important for health; encourage naps and limiting visitors.
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