The nurse is teaching a prenatal class about postpartum changes
The nurse explains that factors that might interfere with uterine involution include which of the following? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Prolonged labor
2. Difficult birth
3. Full bladder
4. Breastfeeding
5. Infection
1, 2, 3, 5
Explanation: 1. During prolonged labor, the muscles relax because of prolonged time of contraction during labor.
2. During a difficult birth, the uterus is manipulated excessively, causing fatigue.
3. As the uterus is pushed up and usually to the right, pressure on a full bladder interferes with effective uterine contraction.
5. Inflammation and infection interfere with uterine muscle's ability to contract effectively.
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