A woman is assessed at home five days after delivery. Which finding should the community nurse report promptly?
Correct answer: C. Temperature of 38°C with foul-smelling lochia
- A. Mild after-pains during breastfeeding
- B. Small amounts of decreasing lochia
- C. Temperature of 38°C with foul-smelling lochia
- D. Mild tiredness after caring for the newborn
Explanation
Fever with foul-smelling lochia suggests postpartum infection and requires prompt assessment and treatment. Mild after-pains, decreasing lochia, and tiredness can occur normally after birth when no other concerning findings are present.
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Maternal and child health covers antenatal care, danger signs in pregnancy, skilled birth attendance, postpartum care, family planning and prevention of maternal complications. It also includes newborn care, breastfeeding, growth monitoring, nutrition, immunization, common childhood illnesses and integrated management of childhood illness in the community.
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