During the postpartum period the temperature and pulse should be taken:
a. every day until discharge.
b. every day for the first 10 days, then again at discharge visit.
c. if there are concerns regarding maternal infection or postpartum haemorrhage.
d. within 6 hours of birth and then at the discharge visit.
ANS: C
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