During the first 24 hours postpartum, a client states her vaginal discharge is bright red with small pieces of mucus. Which of these actions should the nurse take?
a. Hold her NPO, and immediately notify her health care provider.
b. Observe the sanitary pad, and document your findings.
c. Verify that the amount and appearance are normal at this time.
d. Compress her fundus vigorously to express clots.
A
Palpate the bladder to assess for distention and position. A distended bladder may cause hemorrhage. If the bladder is off to the side or the fundus is higher than usual, it is distended. Keep the client NPO, and immediately notify her health care provider.
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