The Nurse Is Caring for a Postpartum Patient Who Is

The nurse is caring for a postpartum patient who is experiencing afterpains following the birth of her third child. Which comfort measure should the nurse implement to decrease her pain?

A) Offer a warm water bottle for her abdomen.
B) Call the physician to report this finding.
C) Inform her that this is not normal, and she will need an oxytocic agent.
D) Administer a mild analgesic to help with breastfeeding.
E) Administer a mild analgesic at bedtime to ensure rest.