ATI Detailed Answer Key Postpartum & Newborn_Practice Questions

ATI Detailed Answer Key Postpartum & Newborn_Practice Questions1. A nurse is caring for a client who is postpartum and received methylergonovine. Which of the following findings indicates that the medication was effective? A. Fundus firm to palpation Rationale: Methylergonovine is an oxytocic medication that is administered to promote uterine contractions. This medication is indicated for treatment of postpartum hemorrhage caused by uterine atony or subinvolution; the desired effect is an increase in uterine tone. B. Increase in blood pressure Rationale: A rise in blood pressure is an adverse effect of the medication. C. Increase in lochia Rationale: This finding would indicate the medication was not effective. D. Report of absent breast pain Rationale: Methylergonovine has no effect on breast discomfort.