During a postpartum examination of a patient who delivered an 8 pound newborn 6 hours ago, the following assessment findings are noted: fundus firm at the umbilicus, lochia rubra with a steady trickle of blood noted from the vagina. The assessment finding that would necessitate follow-up would be the:
Read DetailsFollowing delivery, the nurse’s assessment on the mother reveals vitals 110/60, pulse 86, respirations 16, and pulse oximetry 99% room air. The fundal check reveals a soft, boggy uterus located above the level of the umbilicus. The first priority/appropriate nursing intervention is to:
Read DetailsA G4P4 delivered a 9 pound baby 24 hours ago via c-section. Quantative blood loss (QBL) from delivery was 1800 mL. Upon getting out of bed the client stated, “I feel a little lightheaded”. The client is pale. Vital signs are: BP 86/50, HR 118, R 22. Which of the following lab values/results would the nurse expect to find in the nurse’s chart?
Read DetailsThe nurse is preparing a mother and newborn for discharge from the hospital after having a spontaneous vaginal delivery 2 days ago. Below are the following assessment findings. Please match findings as 1) expected (meeting expected outcomes) or 2) not expected (not meeting expected outcomes and needs follow up).
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