Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 81%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
Client who had a vaginal birth 2 hr ago and soaked two perineal pads in 30 minA nurse is caring for a client who had a vaginal birth 2 hr ago and has soaked two perineal pads in the past 30 min. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Assessing uterine tone identifies atony, a likely cause of excessive bleeding, guiding urgent interventions like fundal massage.