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Jkov05

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on: Jun 28, 2018
The assessment of a newly delivered woman reveals a boggy uterus. The nurse's first intervention should be to:
 
  a. Express clots that have accumulated in the uterus.
  b. Contact the physician for an order for oxytocin.
  c. Catheterize her to empty the bladder.
  d. Massage the uterus until firm.

Question 2

The nursing care priority in the immediate postpartum period is to:
 
  a. Prevent hemorrhage.
  b. Promote the process of involution.
  c. Prevent circulatory problems.
  d. Foster mother-infant bonding.


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javimendoza7

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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Massage should be done first. If the uterus does not contract, other measures must be used. Clots should not be expressed until the uterus is firmly contracted.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Severe bleeding caused by uterine atony is life threatening. It can usually be controlled by maintaining a firm uterus.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
:D TYSM

pratush dev

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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