When caring for a postpartum client the nurse notes that the client's perineal pad is saturated with bright red blood. What is the priority question to ask the client?

Have you passed any clots?

Do you have to go to the bathroom?

When was the last time you changed your pad?

Are you having any cramping?

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A. Have you passed any clots? This is important to assess for potential postpartum hemorrhage, which can be indicated by passage of large clots.
B. Do you have to go to the bathroom? This does not directly address the issue of excessive bleeding.
C. When was the last time you changed your pad? This provides information about the amount of bleeding but does not address clotting.
D. Are you having any cramping? Cramping is common postpartum but does not directly assess for hemorrhage.

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Correct Answer is ["A","C","E"]

Explanation

A. I'll expect the plastic ring to fall off by itself within a week. This is correct; the Plastibell ring typically falls off within 5-8 days.
B. I'll apply petroleum jelly to his penis with diaper changes. Incorrect for Plastibell, because the plastic ring itself protects the site, and petroleum jelly can interfere with healing.
C. I'll make sure his diaper is loose in the front. This helps avoid pressure and irritation on the circumcised area.
D. I'll wash his penis with warm water and mild soap each day. Incorrect; the area should be kept clean but only water should be used to avoid irritation.
E. I'll call the doctor if I see any bleeding. Any significant bleeding should be reported to the healthcare provider immediately.

A. Circumoral cyanosis B. Tachycardia C. Elevated diastolic blood pressure D. Bradycardia E. Bounding peripheral pulses F. Continuous murmur G. Narrow pulse pressure

Correct Answer is ["B","E","F"]

Explanation

A. Circumoral cyanosis. This can occur but is less specific for PDA and more related to general issues with oxygenation.
B. Tachycardia. PDA can lead to increased heart rate as the heart works harder to manage the increased blood flow.
C. Elevated diastolic blood pressure. PDA usually causes a decrease in diastolic pressure, not an increase.
D. Bradycardia. Bradycardia is not typically associated with PDA.
E. Bounding peripheral pulses. PDA allows more blood to flow into the systemic circulation, leading to stronger pulses.
F. Continuous murmur. PDA typically causes a continuous "machine-like" murmur because of the continuous flow of blood from the aorta to the pulmonary artery.
G. Narrow pulse pressure. PDA often causes a wide pulse pressure, not a narrow one.

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