A woman will be discharged 48 hours after a vaginal delivery. When planning discharge teaching, the information the nurse would include about lochia is:
A) Lochia should disappear 2 to 4 weeks postpartum.
B) It is normal for the lochia to have a slightly foul odor.
C) A change in lochia from pink to bright red should be reported.
D) A decrease in flow will be noticed with ambulation and activity.
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