If the Fundus Is Palpated on the Right Side of the Abdomen

question 9

Multiple Choice

If the fundus is palpated on the right side of the abdomen above the expected level,the nurse should suspect that the patient has

• A) been lying on her right side too long.
• B) a distended bladder.
• C) stretched ligaments that are unable to support the uterus.
• D) a normal involution.

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