The nurse is performing discharge teaching for a newly delivered first-time mother and her infant on the 2nd postpartum day. Which statement by the mother indicates that teaching has been successful?
1. "Taking baths will help my perineum feel less sore each day."
2. "If I develop heavy bleeding, I should take my temperature."
3. "My bowel movements should resume in a week."
4. "I will go back to the doctor in 4 days for my RhoGAM shot."
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Explanation: 1. A sitz bath or tub bath promotes healing and provides relief from perineal discomfort during the initial weeks following birth.
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