Question

The nurse is providing education to a postpartal woman who has developed a uterine infection. Which statement by the woman indicates that further instruction is needed?

Answer 1

Answer: The statement that would indicate that further instruction is needed by the nurse is; "When I am sleeping or lying in bed, I should lie flat on my back." This shows that the woman is in need of more instructions for her self care. The woman needs to be sleeping on her side instead of her back. By sleeping or lying on the back, she is adding pressure to the uterine wall and reducing blood flow.