A postpartum nurse checks a mother 24 hours post birth. The mother tells the nurse that she has run out of pads because she has struggled with bleeding. When asked, the mother states she has saturated two pads every hour. Which of the following is the priority nursing action?
Assess the client’s pad.
Perform a fundal massage.
Reassure the mother that this is normal.
Notify the primary healthcare provider.
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