The 1-Day Postpartum Patient Shows a Temperature Elevation, Cough, and Slight

question 1

Multiple Choice

The 1-day postpartum patient shows a temperature elevation, cough, and slight shortness of breath on exertion. Based on these symptoms the nurse should:

• A) Notify the charge nurse of a possible upper respiratory infection
• B) Notify the physician of a possible pulmonary embolism
• C) Document expected postpartum mucous membrane congestion
• D) Medicate with antipyretic remedy for elevated temperature

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