Which client is at risk for postpartum uterine atony? a. A ...

[cherise1989]

Which client is at risk for postpartum uterine atony?
 
  a. A teenager delivering her first infant
  b. A 25-year-old who has had a 2-hour labor
  c. A 30-year-old who has gestational diabetes
  d. A 20-year-old gravida 3 para 3

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a child with disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC). A priority nursing intervention for this child is:
 
  1. Frequent ambulation.
  2. Maintenance of skin integrity.
  3. Monitoring of fluid restriction.
  4. Preparation for x-ray procedures.

[Ksanderson1296]

Answer to Question 1

B
Rapid labor is an indication of the risk of uterine atony. A teenager delivering her first baby, gestational diabetes, and gravida 3 para 3 are not at specific risk for developing postpartum uterine atony.

Answer to Question 2

2
Rationale:
1. The child with DIC should be placed on bedrest.
2. Impairment of skin integrity can lead to bleeding in DIC.
3. Fluids need to be monitored, but will not be restricted.
4. DIC is not diagnosed with x-ray examination but by serum lab studies.