During the fourth stage of labor,your client's assessment includes a BP of 110/60,pulse 90,and the fundus is firm midline and halfway between the symphysis pubis and the umbilicus.You would:

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The client's assessment indicates that everything is progressing normally during the fourth stage of labor. Therefore, the best choice is to continue to monitor the client closely. Massaging the fundus is not necessary as it is firm midline and in the correct position. There is no indication to turn the client onto her left side or place the bed in Trendelenburg position.

During the Fourth Stage of Labor,your Client's Assessment Includes a BP