Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 77%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
Client at 80% effaced and 8 cm dilated with contractions starting 1 hr agoA nurse is admitting a client to the birthing unit who reports her contractions started 1 hr ago. The nurse determines the client is 80% effaced and 8 cm dilated. The nurse realizes that the client is at risk for which of the following conditions?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Rapid labor progression (8 cm dilation in 1 hour) increases the risk of postpartum hemorrhage due to potential uterine atony or trauma from a precipitous delivery.