What Should the Nurse's First Action Be When Postpartum Hemorrhage

question 29

Multiple Choice

What should the nurse's first action be when postpartum hemorrhage from uterine atony is suspected?

• A) Teach the patient how to massage the abdomen and then get help.
• B) Start IV fluids to prevent hypovolemia and then notify the registered nurse.
• C) Begin massaging the fundus while another person notifies the physician.
• D) Ask the patient to void and reassess fundal tone and location.

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Definitions:

Olfactory Cells

Specialized sensory cells located in the olfactory epithelium of the nose, responsible for detecting odor molecules and sending signals to the brain.

Nasal Cavity

The hollow space within the nose and skull that is lined with mucous membrane and functions in air passage, olfaction, and filtration of dust and pathogens.

Ciliated Pseudostratified Columnar Epithelium

A type of epithelial tissue lining the respiratory tract, characterized by a single layer of cells that appears stratified and has cilia.

Inner Lining

Referring to the interior surface covering or layer of an organ or structure, often associated with protective or absorptive functions.