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• Vital signs and general condition.

• State of uterus.

• Nature of bleeding.

• Signs and symptoms of blood loss.

• Amount of blood loss.

Compare laboratory reports.

Nursing Diagnoses

• High risk for fluid volume deficit related to blood loss.

• Altered maternal tissue perfusion related to hypovolemia.

• High risk for infection related to anemia and blood loss.

• Pain related to operative delivery or trauma.

• Severe anxiety related to excessive blood loss and emergency

interventions.

• Knowledge deficit regarding the condition and interventions.

Expected Outcomes

• Maintenance of blood volume and tissue perfusion as evidenced by

hematocrit level, maternal vital signs and urinary output.

• Relief from pain.

• Expresses feelings about self and seeks support.

• Exhibits understanding of purposes of interventions and treatment.

Nursing Interventions

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