Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 81%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
Client is 1 hr postpartum with large amount of lochia rubra and small clots, fundus midline and firmA nurse is caring for a client who is 1 hr postpartum and observes a large amount of lochia rubra and several small clots on the client's perineal pad. The fundus is midline and firm at the umbilicus. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Lochia rubra with small clots and a firm, midline fundus are expected findings, requiring only continued monitoring.