Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 73%
Simulated
The nurse is performing an assessment on a client who is one day postpartum and is being monitored for preeclampsia. Which clinical manifestation would indicate the client is recovering from preeclampsia?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Increased urinary output (D) indicates resolving edema, a sign of preeclampsia recovery. Weight gain (A), decreased output (B), and increased proteinuria (C) suggest worsening preeclampsia.