Which assessments indicate that the perineal bleeding is lochia? Select all that apply.Express answer in small letters,followed by a comma and a space-e.g. ,a,b,c
A) It usually trickles from the vagina.
B) It spurts from the vagina at regular intervals.
C) Steady flow can occur as the uterus contracts.
D) It is bright red 2 to 3 days after birth.
E) A gush occurs when massaging the uterus.
F) It has an offensive odour.

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Lochial bleeding usually trickles from the vagina and can have a steady flow when the uterus contracts.It is bright red for 2 to 3 days and usually trickles from the vagina.A gush can occur when the uterus is massaged.Spurting from the vagina at regular intervals indicates nonlocial bleeding,maybe a cervical or vaginal tear.The odour should be similar to menstrual flow;an offensive odour indicates infection.

Which Assessments Indicate That the Perineal Bleeding Is Lochia? Select