Relias: Nursing Care of the Patient with
Obstetric and Postpartum Hemorrhage
Assessment Latest Update 100% Pass
What is the primary goal of administering uterotonics in the management of postpartum
hemorrhage?
A) To enhance milk production
B) To stimulate uterine contraction and reduce bleeding
C) To prevent infection
D) To manage pain
✔✔ B) To stimulate uterine contraction and reduce bleeding
Which sign or symptom should prompt immediate assessment for potential postpartum
hemorrhage?
A) Mild headache
B) Slight increase in appetite
C) Severe vaginal bleeding
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,D) Minor abdominal cramping
✔✔ C) Severe vaginal bleeding
What should a nurse monitor for in a postpartum patient receiving blood transfusions?
A) Signs of hypothermia
B) Symptoms of transfusion reaction
C) Increased urinary output
D) Decreased appetite
✔✔ B) Symptoms of transfusion reaction
Which assessment finding would be most concerning for a postpartum patient with suspected
endometritis?
A) Mild abdominal discomfort
B) Elevated white blood cell count
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,C) Mild fever
D) Decreased lochia flow
✔✔ B) Elevated white blood cell count
What is the recommended action if a postpartum patient’s fundus is found to be soft and boggy?
A) Reassure the patient and monitor
B) Perform uterine massage
C) Increase oral intake
D) Administer a diuretic
✔✔ B) Perform uterine massage
When should a postpartum patient be assessed for signs of postpartum depression?
A) Only if the patient complains of feeling sad
B) During the initial postpartum visit and at subsequent follow-up appointments
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, C) Only if there is a history of mental health issues
D) Only if symptoms persist for more than six months
✔✔ B) During the initial postpartum visit and at subsequent follow-up appointments
What is an appropriate nursing intervention for a postpartum patient with urinary retention?
A) Administer diuretics
B) Perform catheterization if necessary
C) Restrict fluid intake
D) Encourage prolonged bed rest
✔✔ B) Perform catheterization if necessary
How should a nurse manage a postpartum patient who has developed a hematoma?
A) Apply ice and monitor the area
B) Perform a cesarean section
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Obstetric and Postpartum Hemorrhage
Assessment Latest Update 100% Pass
What is the primary goal of administering uterotonics in the management of postpartum
hemorrhage?
A) To enhance milk production
B) To stimulate uterine contraction and reduce bleeding
C) To prevent infection
D) To manage pain
✔✔ B) To stimulate uterine contraction and reduce bleeding
Which sign or symptom should prompt immediate assessment for potential postpartum
hemorrhage?
A) Mild headache
B) Slight increase in appetite
C) Severe vaginal bleeding
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,D) Minor abdominal cramping
✔✔ C) Severe vaginal bleeding
What should a nurse monitor for in a postpartum patient receiving blood transfusions?
A) Signs of hypothermia
B) Symptoms of transfusion reaction
C) Increased urinary output
D) Decreased appetite
✔✔ B) Symptoms of transfusion reaction
Which assessment finding would be most concerning for a postpartum patient with suspected
endometritis?
A) Mild abdominal discomfort
B) Elevated white blood cell count
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,C) Mild fever
D) Decreased lochia flow
✔✔ B) Elevated white blood cell count
What is the recommended action if a postpartum patient’s fundus is found to be soft and boggy?
A) Reassure the patient and monitor
B) Perform uterine massage
C) Increase oral intake
D) Administer a diuretic
✔✔ B) Perform uterine massage
When should a postpartum patient be assessed for signs of postpartum depression?
A) Only if the patient complains of feeling sad
B) During the initial postpartum visit and at subsequent follow-up appointments
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, C) Only if there is a history of mental health issues
D) Only if symptoms persist for more than six months
✔✔ B) During the initial postpartum visit and at subsequent follow-up appointments
What is an appropriate nursing intervention for a postpartum patient with urinary retention?
A) Administer diuretics
B) Perform catheterization if necessary
C) Restrict fluid intake
D) Encourage prolonged bed rest
✔✔ B) Perform catheterization if necessary
How should a nurse manage a postpartum patient who has developed a hematoma?
A) Apply ice and monitor the area
B) Perform a cesarean section
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