A Client Who Has Had Two Previous Cesarean Births Is

question 22

Multiple Choice

A client who has had two previous cesarean births is in active labor when she suddenly complains of pain between her scapulae. Which should be the nurse's priority action?

• A) Notify the health care provider promptly.
• B) Observe for abnormally high uterine resting tone.
• C) Decrease the rate of nonadditive intravenous fluid.
• D) Reposition the client with her hips slightly elevated.

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