Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 82%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A nurse is assessing a client who is 1 hour postpartum following a vaginal birth. The nurse notes that the client has excessive vaginal bleeding.What action should the nurse take first?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Massaging the fundus is the first step to contract the uterus and control bleeding from atony. Oxygen, oxytocin, and bladder emptying follow if needed.