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swpotter12

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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



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Answer to Question 1

Ans: B

Answer to Question 2

Ans: D



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