Which of the Following Is True About Lochia

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about lochia?

• A) It is similar to a light menstrual period for the first 6 to 12 hours.
• B) It is usually greater after Caesarean births.
• C) It will usually decrease with ambulation and breastfeeding.
• D) It should smell like normal menstrual flow, unless an infection is present.

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Definitions:

Toxic Range

The concentration levels of a substance in the body that can lead to adverse effects or toxicity.

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Medication Administration

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