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    ATI Maternal Newborn Proctored Exam

    A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who gave birth 2 hours ago. Which of the following findings increases the client’s risk for postpartum hemorrhage?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Choice A rationaleA boggy uterus indicates uterine atony, a leading cause of postpartum hemorrhage, as the uterus fails to contract effectively to compress blood vessels.Choice B rationaleModerate lochia rubra is expected postpartum vaginal bleeding, representing normal shedding of the uterine lining, not specifically indicating hemorrhage risk.Choice C rationaleA first-degree perineal laceration is a minor tear that does not significantly increase the risk for postpartum hemorrhage as it usually involves limited bleeding.Choice D rationaleHypotension alone does not increase the risk for postpartum hemorrhage; however, it could be a result of ongoing hemorrhage rather than a cause.

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