The nurse assesses the postpartum client, and finds her to have moderate lochia rubra with clots. Which of the following nursing actions should the nurse undertake first?
A. Assess the fundus and bladder status.
B. Catheterize the client.
C. Administer methylergonovine maleate (Methergine) IM per order.
D. Contact the physician immediately.
A
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A) "Did you document the administration of the pain medication on the medication record?" B) "Is the physician aware of the client's need for pain medication?" C) "What is the client's pain level since administering the pain medication 30 minutes ago?" D) "Have you ever administered this type of pain medication previously?"
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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a. Blood pressure (BP) increase to 138/86 mm Hg b. Weight gain of 0.5 kg during the past 2 weeks c. A dipstick value of 3+ for protein in her urine d. Pitting pedal edema at the end of the day
A nurse supports parental praise of a child who is behaving in a helpful way. When the individual behaves with politeness and helpfulness in adulthood, which feeling will most likely result?
a. Guilt b. Anxiety c. Loneliness d. Self-esteem