Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 87%
Simulated
A woman who had a normal vaginal delivery two hours ago has just arrived on the postpartum floor. Vital signs are normal. When assessing her uterus, the nurse notes that it is boggy. What should be the nurse's initial intervention?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Massaging a boggy uterus stimulates contraction, preventing postpartum hemorrhage.