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CEN Practice Exam (Certified Emergency Nurse)

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What would the nurse do to prevent a woman who had a cesarean birth from having early postpartum hemorrhage?
  1. IV fluids at 125 mL/hr
  2. Assess uterus every 15 minutes
  3. Abdominal dressing for drainage
  4. Monitor urinary output
Explanation
Answer: B - The nurse would want to assess the uterus every 15 minutes to prevent early postpartum hemorrhage. Early detection of a boggy uterus will allow for interventions to prevent postpartum hemorrhage. Other choices are not appropriate in preventing postpartum hemorrhage.
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