A Postpartum Client Has Been Unable to Void Since Her

question 44

Multiple Choice

A postpartum client has been unable to void since her delivery of her baby this morning.Which of the following nursing measures would be beneficial for the client initially?

• A) Increase fluid intake to 3500 mL.
• B) Insert indwelling Foley catheter.
• C) Rinse the perineum with warm water.
• D) Apply firm pressure over the bladder.

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Definitions:

Cardiovascular Fitness

The ability of the heart, lungs, and blood vessels to efficiently supply oxygen to the body during sustained physical activity.

FITT Acronym

Stands for Frequency, Intensity, Time, and Type, a principle used in the fitness industry to guide the development of individualized exercise programs.

Flexibility

The ability of joints to move through their full range of motion, important for general fitness and injury prevention.

Isometrics

A form of exercise involving the contraction of a muscle or group of muscles without significant movement of the body parts.