Every time the nurse enters the room of a postpartum patient who gave birth three hours ago, the patient asks something else about her birth experience. The nurse would:

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It is common for postpartum patients to have questions and concerns about their birth experience, especially in the first few hours after delivery. The nurse should take the time to review the documentation and discuss any questions or concerns the patient may have. This will help alleviate anxiety and provide the patient with a sense of control over her experience. Answer A may work in some cases, but it is not appropriate to divert the patient's attention if she wants to talk about her birth experience. Answers C and D are not indicated in this situation.

Every Time the Nurse Enters the Room of a Postpartum