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When Assessing a Multiparous Woman Who Has Just Given Birth

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When assessing a multiparous woman who has just given birth to a 2500 g boy,the nurse notes that the woman's fundus is firm and has become globular in shape.A gush of dark red blood comes from her vagina.What do these findings indicate to the nurse?


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