Question

The client delivered vaginally 6 hours ago. The LPN makes these observations: Temp 100.4, Pulse 56/min, Res 18, firm fundus, and moderate lochia-rubra with voiding frequently in large amounts. What does this mean?

a) Normal postpartum recovery
b) Possible infection
c) Excessive blood loss
d) Postpartum depression

Answer 1

The LPN's observations after a vaginal delivery indicate a normal postpartum recovery.

Step-by-step explanation:

The LPN's observations after a vaginal delivery include a slightly elevated temperature (100.4), normal pulse rate (56/min), normal respiration rate (18), firm fundus (uterus), and moderate amount of lochia-rubra (vaginal discharge) with frequent voiding in large amounts. These findings indicate a normal postpartum recovery.

A slightly elevated temperature is common after delivery and is usually not indicative of infection. The firm fundus suggests that the uterus is contracting properly, and the moderate lochia-rubra is expected in the early postpartum period. Voiding frequently in large amounts is a normal response to the body eliminating excess fluid gained during pregnancy.