Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 87%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A charge nurse is discussing risk factors for postpartum hemorrhage with a newly licensed nurse.Which of the following conditions should the nurse include as a risk factor?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Retained placental fragments can lead to postpartum hemorrhage due to incomplete expulsion, causing ongoing bleeding. Failure of the uterus to contract effectively increases bleeding risk, making it a significant factor.