Changes in Blood Volume After Childbirth Depend on Several Factors

question 21

Multiple Choice

Changes in blood volume after childbirth depend on several factors such as blood loss during childbirth and the amount of extravascular water (physiologic edema) mobilized and excreted.What amount of blood loss does the postpartum nurse anticipate? (Select all that apply. )

• A) 100 ml
• B) 250 ml or less
• C) 300 to 500 ml
• D) 500 to 1000 ml
• E) 1500 ml or greater

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