A woman gave birth to a healthy infant boy 5 days ago.What type of lochia does the nurse expect to find when evaluating this client?

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Lochia serosa is the type of lochia typically seen 3-10 days after delivery. It is pinkish-brown in color and consists of blood, mucus, and other uterine tissues. Lochia rubra is seen in the first 1-3 days after delivery and is bright red in color. Lochia sangra is not a recognized type of lochia. Lochia alba is seen after the first 10 days and is typically white or yellowish in color. As the infant was born 5 days ago, the nurse would expect to find Lochia serosa.

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