Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 86%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
Client who gave birth 2 hr ago with blood pressure 60/50 mm HgA nurse is caring for a client who gave birth 2 hr ago. The nurse notes that the client's blood pressure is 60/50 mm Hg. What is the first action the nurse should take?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
A boggy uterus may indicate uterine atony, a common cause of postpartum hemorrhage and hypotension, requiring immediate assessment.