Following delivery of a newborn and placenta, you note that the mother has moderate vaginal bleeding. The mother is conscious and alert and her vital signs are stable. Treatment for her should include:

A: massaging the uterus if signs of shock develop.
B: treating her for shock and providing rapid transport.
C: carefully packing the vagina with sterile dressings.
D: administering oxygen and massaging the uterus.


Answer: D: administering oxygen and massaging the uterus.

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