Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 86%
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A pregnant client is admitted to the labor and delivery area with vaginal bleeding. The physician's routine admission orders include the administration of an enema. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Vaginal bleeding in pregnancy may indicate a serious condition like placenta previa or abruption, where an enema could exacerbate bleeding or cause complications, so it should be withheld until clarified.