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    Ati nur209 maternity proctored exam

    35-year-old postpartum client. Select the condition, risk factors and assessment findings that the client may be experiencing.

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    Condition: Postpartum Hemorrhage (PPH) Postpartum hemorrhage is defined as blood loss ≥ 500 mL after vaginal delivery or ≥ 1000 mL after cesarean delivery. In this case, the client has heavy bleeding, large clots, and lightheadedness, which are key indicators of excessive postpartum blood loss. Risk Factors 1. Fetal Macrosomia: The baby weighs 9 lbs 4 oz (4196 grams), which is considered macrosomia (birth weight > 4000 g). Large fetal size increases the risk of uterine overdistension, which can impair uterine contractions and lead to uterine atony, the most common cause of postpartum hemorrhage. 2. Uterine Atony: The nurse initially noted a boggy uterus that required massage to become firm. Uterine atony occurs when the uterus fails to contract effectively after delivery, leading to excessive bleeding. This is the leading cause of PPH. 3. Prolonged Labor: A prolonged labor can cause uterine fatigue, reducing the uterus's ability to contract properly after delivery, thereby increasing the risk of uterine atony and PPH. Assessment Findings 1. Heavy vaginal bleeding: The client has heavy bleeding with three quarter-sized clots, which is abnormal postpartum and indicates excessive blood loss. 2. Blood pressure: The client’s BP is 150/86 mmHg, which may indicate compensatory vasoconstriction due to ongoing blood loss. If hemorrhage continues, hypotension may develop. 3. Urine output: The client did not feel the urge to void, and catheterization drained 450 mL of urine. A full bladder can prevent proper uterine contraction, worsening uterine atony and bleeding.

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