Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 85%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A client who has placenta previaA nurse is caring for a client who has placenta previa. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Painless vaginal bleeding is the hallmark of placenta previa due to the placenta covering the cervix. Headaches, hypertonicity, or a rigid abdomen are more associated with other conditions like preeclampsia or abruption.