Reduction of Risk PotentialQuestion 2025 of 2368
Which finding is an early sign of hypovolemia in a client with postpartum hemorrhage?
- Increased pulse and respiratory rates with anxiety
- Elevated blood pressure with a slow pulse
- Increased urine output with warm, dry skin
- Decreased respiratory rate with drowsiness
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Correct answer: Increased pulse and respiratory rates with anxiety
Early hypovolemia causes lower blood pressure, faster pulse and breathing, weakness, dizziness, and anxiety.
Source: Nursing Health Promotion (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2025), Postpartum Care: Assessment: Recognizing Cues of PPH. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Reduction of Risk Potential"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026