Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 81%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A nurse is assessing a client who is 6 hr postpartum following a vaginal delivery. The client reports perineal pain rated as 4 on a scale of 0 to 10.Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
An ice pack reduces perineal pain and swelling in the early postpartum period, providing immediate relief.