The client has been on magnesium sulfate for 20 hours for the treatment of preeclampsia.She just delivered a viable infant girl 30 minutes ago.What uterine findings does the nurse expect to observe or assess in this client?

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High serum levels of magnesium can cause a relaxation of smooth muscle such as the uterus.Because of this tocolytic effect,the client will most likely have a boggy uterus with increased amounts of bleeding.All women experience uterine bleeding in the postpartum period,especially those who have received magnesium therapy.Rather than scant lochial flow,however,this client will most likely have a heavy flow attributable to the relaxation of the uterine wall caused by magnesium administration.

The Client Has Been on Magnesium Sulfate for 20 Hours