A patient who gave birth 5 hours ago has completely saturated a perineal pad within 15 minutes. Which action by the nurse should be implemented first?
A) Assess vital signs.
B) Assess the fundus.
C) Notify the health care provider.
D) Begin an IV infusion of Ringer's lactate solution.
B
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The best safeguard against uterine atony is to palpate the fundus at frequent intervals to be assured that the uterus is remaining contracted. If bleeding persists, then vital signs assessment and notification to the health care provider may be indicated. An intravenous infusion might be prescribed if bleeding continues.
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