NCLEX PN Practice Tests Practice Question

The nurse is reviewing the chart of a client who gave birth 4 hours ago. Which factor increases the client's risk for postpartum hemorrhage?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: A large newborn (macrosomia, >4000 g) increases the risk of uterine atony, a major cause of postpartum hemorrhage. Labor without pain medication, an 8-hour labor, and a 20-minute third stage are not significant risk factors.

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