Practice Question
A nurse is developing a teaching plan about sexuality and contraception for a postpartum woman who is breastfeeding. Which information would the nurse most likely include? Select all that apply.
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Correct Answer:
Possible experience of fluctuations in sexual interest
Rationale:
💎 Fluctuations in sexual interest are common postpartum due to hormonal changes, fatigue, and body image adjustments.
💎 Water-based lubricants reduce discomfort during intercourse, especially since breastfeeding lowers estrogen levels, causing vaginal dryness.
💎 Breast sensitivity increases due to hormonal shifts and milk let-down reflex, making nipple stimulation more pronounced during intimacy.
💎 Early resumption of intercourse (before 4–6 weeks) increases infection risk; it should only occur once lochia has ceased and healing is complete.
💎 Combined hormonal contraceptives are avoided during early breastfeeding because estrogen suppresses milk production; progestin-only methods are preferred.
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This question is from Examplify_ Fall 2025 OB Exam III (1) which contains 50 questions.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: Examplify Exam(s)
- Domain: Maternal-Child
- Answer Choices: 5