Maternal-newborn nursing · practice question
A postpartum client on the mother-baby unit is being evaluated for postpartum hemorrhage risk. Assessment data include blood pressure 88/54 mm Hg, heart rate 128/min, and saturated perineal pads. Which nursing action is the priority to keep the client safe?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer
B. Stay with the client, remove immediate hazards, reassess, and escalate per facility safety protocol.
Why
Client safety requires direct assessment, hazard reduction, and timely escalation rather than assumptions, abandonment, or policy-only actions.
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