A postpartum client complains of rectal pressure and severe pain in her perineum; this may be indicative of:

The correct answer is D. A hematoma of the vagina or vulva. (A) Afterbirth pains are a common complaint in the postpartum client, but they are located in the (B) Constipation may cause rectal pressure but is not usually associated with "severe pain." (C) Cystitis may cause pain, but the location is different. (D) Hematomas are…

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AAfterbirth pains
BConstipation
CCystitis
DA hematoma of the vagina or vulva

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A
7% (3)
B
5% (2)
C
12% (5)
D
76% (32)

Explanation

(A) Afterbirth pains are a common complaint in the postpartum client, but they are located in the (B) Constipation may cause rectal pressure but is not usually associated with "severe pain." (C) Cystitis may cause pain, but the location is different. (D) Hematomas are frequently associated with severe pain and pressure. Further assessments are indicated for this client.

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#postpartum hematoma#perineal pain#vaginal hematoma#rectal pressure

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