Obtain a culture specimen of the lochia from the client's perineal pad using a sterile swab.

Instruct the client to wash her hands before and after changing her perineal pad.

Initiate contact precautions.

Encourage the client to maintain a semi-Fowler's position to enhance uterine drainage.

Monitor the height and tone of the client's fundus.

Request a prescription for terbutaline from the provider.

Inform the client she will need to formula feed her newborn until she has received antibiotics for 24 hr.