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RN Maternal Newborn 2.0
Postpartum Hemorrhage
Simulation Real Life Exam
Questions & Answers
2026/2027 Comprehensive
Edition
Verified Answers Exam Ready 13 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This comprehensive exam preparation document provides 13 real-life questions with
correct answers and rationales, focusing on postpartum hemorrhage management. It
directly aligns with preparing for maternal newborn nursing certifications and reviewing
essential clinical knowledge. This resource is suitable for study and review, offering clear
insights into assessment, intervention, and patient education scenarios.
TOPICS
Postpartum Assessment & Uterine Tone Q1–Q5
Postpartum Hemorrhage Management Q6–Q8
Pain Management & Medications Q9–Q10
Blood Transfusion & Rh Incompatibility Q11–Q11
Lactation & Breastfeeding Q12–Q13
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, E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 13
Scenario
Nurse Dee is preparing to assess Ms. Hodges's uterus.
Question
Nurse Dee is preparing to assess Ms. Hodges's uterus. Which of the following images
demonstrates the technique she should use to palpate the fundus of the uterus?
ANSWER
Selected Option
Image of the nurse using two hands, with the upper hand over the fundus, or Umbilical area, and
the lower hand supporting the Lower uterine segment (Text: Nurse Dee places one hand over
the umbilical area and the other hand below the umbilical region to support the area she is
palpating with the hand above.)
Rationale
The correct position for the nurse to place her hands is Above the fundus and BELOW the Lower
uterine segment just above the Symphysis Pubis. This allows the nurse to cradle the uterus
while assessing uterine integrity.
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 13
Following a postpartum assessment: fundus slightly boggy but firm with massage at the two
finger-breaths above the umbilicus and is deviated to the right. moderate lochia, isn't
moving around too much. 112/70, 105, 18, 98%. breast feed. Nurse Dee is choosing a priority
action.
Question
Nurse Dee has completed a postpartum assessment of Ms. Hodges. Which of the following
is the priority action at this time?
recommend she speak with the lactation consult
Instruct her to take several deep breaths.
Assist her to empty her bladder
assess her pain.
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RN Maternal Newborn 2.0
Postpartum Hemorrhage
Simulation Real Life Exam
Questions & Answers
2026/2027 Comprehensive
Edition
Verified Answers Exam Ready 13 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This comprehensive exam preparation document provides 13 real-life questions with
correct answers and rationales, focusing on postpartum hemorrhage management. It
directly aligns with preparing for maternal newborn nursing certifications and reviewing
essential clinical knowledge. This resource is suitable for study and review, offering clear
insights into assessment, intervention, and patient education scenarios.
TOPICS
Postpartum Assessment & Uterine Tone Q1–Q5
Postpartum Hemorrhage Management Q6–Q8
Pain Management & Medications Q9–Q10
Blood Transfusion & Rh Incompatibility Q11–Q11
Lactation & Breastfeeding Q12–Q13
Page 1
, E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 13
Scenario
Nurse Dee is preparing to assess Ms. Hodges's uterus.
Question
Nurse Dee is preparing to assess Ms. Hodges's uterus. Which of the following images
demonstrates the technique she should use to palpate the fundus of the uterus?
ANSWER
Selected Option
Image of the nurse using two hands, with the upper hand over the fundus, or Umbilical area, and
the lower hand supporting the Lower uterine segment (Text: Nurse Dee places one hand over
the umbilical area and the other hand below the umbilical region to support the area she is
palpating with the hand above.)
Rationale
The correct position for the nurse to place her hands is Above the fundus and BELOW the Lower
uterine segment just above the Symphysis Pubis. This allows the nurse to cradle the uterus
while assessing uterine integrity.
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 13
Following a postpartum assessment: fundus slightly boggy but firm with massage at the two
finger-breaths above the umbilicus and is deviated to the right. moderate lochia, isn't
moving around too much. 112/70, 105, 18, 98%. breast feed. Nurse Dee is choosing a priority
action.
Question
Nurse Dee has completed a postpartum assessment of Ms. Hodges. Which of the following
is the priority action at this time?
recommend she speak with the lactation consult
Instruct her to take several deep breaths.
Assist her to empty her bladder
assess her pain.
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