The nurse assesses the patient who is one hour postpartum and observes a heavy steady gush of bright red blood from the vagina in the presence of a firm fundus. What is the most likely cause of the signs and symptoms?
A) Uterine atony
B) Lacerations
C) Perineal hematoma
D) Infection of the uterus
Question 2
A postpartum patient is developing a thrombophlebitis in her right leg. Which assessment should the nurse make to detect this?
A) Bend the knee and palpate the calf for pain
B) Ask to raise the foot and draw a circle
C) Blanch a toe and count the seconds it takes to color again
D) Dorsiflex the right foot and ask if pain is in the calf
THE DIMENSIONS OF PATIENT-CENTERED CARE
Building competency in patient centered care
Walkers help the patient ambulate safely.
The nurse begins the general survey
National Patient Safety Goals for Acute-Care Hospitals