Hemabate has been ordered for a postpartum patient who has uncontrolled bleeding and uterine atony. Which is the appropriate nursing action?

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Question 1 of 5

Hemabate has been ordered for a postpartum patient who has uncontrolled bleeding and uterine atony. Which is the appropriate nursing action?

A. Check the patient’s vital signs first for hypotension, and lower the head of the bed. B. Check the patient’s blood glucose and increase the IV fluid rate. C. Check the patient’s record for a history of asthma, and ask the licensed provider for an order of an antidiarrheal medication. D. Check the patient’s record for a history of hypothyroid, and ask the licensed provider to order something for nausea.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 2 of 5

The postpartum nurse notices that the last dose of IV Cefazolin is not running well. The patient’s IV site appears red, inflamed, and swollen. The patient states that the IV is tender and sore. What are the nurse’s next actions?

A. Flush the IV with normal saline to improve the flow rate. B. Put the IV antibiotic on a pump for more accurate infusion of the correct dose. C. Remove the IV, restart it in a new location, and complete the antibiotic administration. D. Allow the IV to continue to drip slowly since it is her last dose.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 3 of 5

Choose the signs and symptoms that suggest postpartum hemorrhage causing a hematoma.

A. Rectal pain accompanied by a rising pulse B. Cramping accompanied by a steady trickle of blood C. Soft uterine fundus and falling blood pressure D. Heavy lochia accompanied by tachypnea and dyspnea

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 4 of 5

What drug should be readily available when a woman is receiving heparin therapy?

A. Vitamin K B. Methylergonovine C. Ferrous sulfate D. Protamine sulfate

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 5 of 5

A woman has an 8-lb, 9-oz baby after an 18-hour labor that required a vacuum extraction. Her membranes have been ruptured for 15 hours. Based on these facts, client teaching should emphasize:

A. Reporting foul-smelling lochia and fever. B. Delaying intercourse for at least 6 weeks. C. Eating a diet that is high in iron and vitamin C. D. Losing weight over at least a 6-month period.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

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