The client gave birth to a 7 pound, 14 ounce female 30 minutes ago. The placenta has not yet delivered. Manual removal of the placenta is planned. What should the nurse prepare to do?
1. Start an IV of lactated Ringer's.
2. Apply anti-embolism stockings.
3. Bottle-feed the infant.
4. Send the placenta to pathology.
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Explanation: 1. In women who do not have an epidural in place, intravenous sedation may be required because of the discomfort caused by the procedure. An IV is necessary.
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