A nurse performs an assessment on a client who is 4 hours postpartum.
The nurse notes that the client has cool, clammy skin and is restless and excessively thirsty.
The nurse prepares immediately to:
a- Begin fundal massage.
b- Begin hourly pad counts and reassure the client.
c- Elevate the head of the bed and assess vital signs.
d- Assess for hypovolemia and notify the health care provider.
The nurse prepares immediately to:
a- Begin fundal massage.
b- Begin hourly pad counts and reassure the client.
c- Elevate the head of the bed and assess vital signs.
d- Assess for hypovolemia and notify the health care provider.
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