Reduction of Risk PotentialQuestion 2033 of 2368
A client who is 2 days postpartum has a blood pressure of 148/96 mm Hg and reports blurred vision. What should the nurse do?
- Notify the provider because postpartum preeclampsia is possible
- Document that pain commonly raises blood pressure
- Recheck the blood pressure at the next routine check
- Elevate the legs and encourage fluids
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Correct answer: Notify the provider because postpartum preeclampsia is possible
A blood pressure above 140/90 with headache or visual changes can indicate postpartum preeclampsia and is reported.
Source: Nursing Health Promotion (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2025), Postpartum Care: BLOOD PRESSURE. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Reduction of Risk Potential"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026