A nurse is caring for a 32-year-old female client who is 2 days postpartum in the postpartum unit. Exhibits For each potential client finding, click to specify if the finding is expected or unexpected.

White blood cell count: Expected—mild leukocytosis is normal postpartum due to physiological stress. Blood clot size: Expected—small clots, like a pea-sized clot, are common and not concerning unless excessive bleeding occurs. Uterine findings: Expected—firm and midline uterus indicating effective involution. Lochia findings: Expected—progressing normally without signs of infection (no foul odor). Calf findings: Expected—a single varicose vein without tenderness or swelling is not concerning. Blood pressure: Expected—within normal postpartum range.