Postpartum Recovery Understanding

Very Easy Ante/intra/postpartum And Newborn Care Postpartum Care

A nurse is providing care for a client who is 4 days postpartum. The client reports that she is experiencing clear lochia, has not had excessive pain, and is able to care for her newborn. Which statement by the nurse is most appropriate to reinforce the client's understanding of normal postpartum recovery?

It is normal for bleeding to be bright red at this stage.

You should expect your flow to change to a yellowish-white discharge.

You might notice an increase in pain as your recovery progresses.

You should be concerned if your lochia stops completely.

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