A nurse is caring for a client who has an abruptio placentae. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

A. First trimester bleeding. Abruptio placentae typically occurs in the third trimester, not the first. First trimester bleeding is more commonly associated with miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy. B. Severe abdominal pain. Abruptio placentae involves the premature separation of the placenta from the uterine wall, often leading to sudden, severe abdominal pain and possibly vaginal bleeding. It is a medical emergency requiring immediate attention. C. Nausea. While nausea can occur during pregnancy, it is not a hallmark symptom of abruptio placentae and does not assist in differentiating it from other complications. D. Delayed menses. Delayed menses may indicate early pregnancy, but it is not related to abruptio placentae, which occurs later in pregnancy.