A nurse is providing discharge teaching to a client following tubal ligation. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

A.

Rationale:

A. Massaging the client's fundus is the priority action to address excessive vaginal bleeding.

Massaging the fundus helps promote uterine contractions, which can help control bleeding by compressing blood vessels.

B. Emptying the client's bladder may be necessary to relieve pressure on the uterus, but it is not the first priority when addressing excessive bleeding.

C. Providing oxygen may be indicated if the client shows signs of hypoxia, but it is not the first action to address excessive vaginal bleeding.

D. Administering oxytocin may be necessary to help control bleeding, but massaging the fundus is the first step in managing postpartum hemorrhage.

Platelet count 90,000/mm3: Sign of Potential Worsening Condition - A decreased platelet count may indicate worsening preeclampsia and a risk of developing HELLP syndrome or thrombocytopenia.

Hematuria: Sign of Potential Worsening Condition - Hematuria suggests potential kidney involvement, which is a serious complication of preeclampsia, indicating a worsening condition. Positive clonus: Sign of Potential Worsening Condition - Positive clonus is a neurological sign associated with preeclampsia and indicates hyperreflexia, which can lead to seizures if untreated. Proteinuria 2+: Sign of Potential Worsening Condition - Increased proteinuria indicates ongoing kidney dysfunction, which is a worsening sign of preeclampsia.

Leukorrhea: Sign of Potential Improvement - Leukorrhea, an increase in vaginal discharge, may indicate a reduction in cervical mucus plug, which is a normal finding in late pregnancy.

BUN 40 mg/dL: Sign of Potential Worsening Condition - Elevated blood urea nitrogen (BUN) levels indicate impaired kidney function, which is a worsening sign of preeclampsia and can lead to complications such as acute kidney injury.