If the fundus is palpated on the right side of the abdomen above the expected level, the nurse should suspect that the client has which?
a. Distended bladder
b. Normal involution
c. Been lying on her right side too long
d. Stretched ligaments that are unable to support the uterus
ANS: A
The presence of a full bladder will displace the uterus. A palpated fundus on the right side of the abdomen above the expected level is not an expected finding. Position of the client should not alter uterine position. The problem is a full bladder displacing the uterus.
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