A nurse is teaching about home safety with a client who is 2 days postpartum. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching?

Rationale:

A. Thick, white vaginal discharge is not characteristic of trichomoniasis. Trichomoniasis typically presents with a frothy, yellow-green, or grayish vaginal discharge.

B. Vulva lesions are not commonly associated with trichomoniasis. The primary symptom is vaginal discharge.

C. While urinary frequency can occur in some cases of trichomoniasis due to irritation of the urinary tract, it is not as specific a finding as the characteristic malodorous discharge.

D. Malodorous discharge is a hallmark symptom of trichomoniasis. The discharge is often described as having a foul or fishy odor and may be accompanied by itching and irritation of the genital area.

A.

Rationale:

A. Allowing the baby to feed at least every 3 hours helps ensure an adequate milk supply and supports newborn growth and development.

B. Timing for breastfeeding sessions can vary and should be guided by the baby's cues rather than a set time limit.

C. Breast milk provides all the hydration a newborn needs; offering water between feedings is unnecessary and may interfere with breastfeeding.

D. Newborns typically produce more than two to four wet diapers every 24 hours; this number may vary but is generally higher.