Foods to avoid during pregnancy Although several nutritional needs increase during pregnancy, other food restrictions become necessary. Tell the patient to avoid the following food products. Alcohol A pregnant patient…
Female condom A female condom is made of latex and lubricated with nonoxynol 9. It has an inner ring that covers the cervix and an outer ring that rests against…
Diabetes mellitus Be sure to cover these topics when teaching a pregnant patient with diabetes. Insulin type and dosage Insulin syringe preparation and injection technique or insulin pump use and…
Deep vein thrombosis Incorporate these instructions in your teaching plan to reduce a woman’s risk of developing deep vein thrombosis. Check with your practitioner about using a side-lying or back-lying…
Circumcision care Show parents the circumcision before discharge so that they can ask questions. Teach them these tips for proper care of a circumcision. Reapply fresh petrolatum gauze after each…
Breathing easier Pregnant women commonly experience chronic dyspnea (shortness of breath). Advise the patient that, although her breathing rate is more rapid than usual (18 to 20 breaths per minute),…
Breast-feeding positions The position a mother uses when breast-feeding should be comfortable and efficient. Explain to the mother that changing positions periodically alters the neonate’s grasp on the nipple and…
Breast-feeding Initiate breast-feeding as soon as possible after birth, and then feed the neonate on demand. Drink a beverage before and during or after breast-feeding to ensure adequate fluid intake…
