Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 74%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client who is postoperative following a cesarean birth. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The correct answer is A: Lochia serosa on day 3. Lochia serosa is a pinkish or brownish discharge occurring around days 3-10 postpartum, indicating normal healing. Reporting this to the provider is important to ensure proper monitoring. Choice B is normal postoperative finding, indicating proper uterine contraction. Choice C is expected postoperative pain. Choice D is within normal range for heart rate postoperatively. Choices E, F, and G are not provided.