Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 78%
Full-length
The nurse delegates the care of a multiparous client who delivered a viable term neonate vaginally 30 hours ago and is preparing to be discharged to a licensed practical nurse (LPN). The nurse should instruct the LPN to notify the nurse if the client exhibits which of the following?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
A pulse rate of 100 bpm may indicate postpartum complications like hemorrhage or infection, requiring nurse notification.