A Patient Who Has Undergone a Dilation and Curettage for Early

A patient who has undergone a dilation and curettage for early pregnancy loss is likely to be discharged the same day.Her vital signs are stable,bleeding has been controlled,and she has a low-normal hemoglobin level.To promote an optimal recovery,which of the following should be part of discharge teaching for this woman?

A) Iron supplementation
B) Resumption of intercourse at 6 weeks following the procedure
C) Can resume normal activity level with no restrictions
D) Expectation of heavy bleeding for at least 2 weeks

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