A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing shaking chills during the immediate postpartum period.Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Place the client on seizure precautions.
Cover the client with warm blankets.
Determine the client’s temperature.
Notify the charge nurse.
The Correct Answer is B
Choice A rationale
Placing the client on seizure precautions is not appropriate for shaking chills during the immediate postpartum period. Shaking chills are a common physiological response after childbirth due to hormonal changes and the body’s effort to regulate temperature. Seizure precautions are reserved for clients with a history of seizures or those exhibiting signs of a seizure disorder.
Choice B rationale
Covering the client with warm blankets is the correct action. Shaking chills are often due to the body’s attempt to regain thermal balance. Providing warmth with blankets helps to alleviate the chills and provide comfort to the client.
Choice C rationale
Determining the client’s temperature is important but not the immediate action to take. While it is necessary to monitor for fever, which could indicate an infection, the priority is to provide comfort and warmth to the client experiencing chills.
Choice D rationale
Notifying the charge nurse is not the immediate action required. The nurse should first address the client’s immediate need for warmth and comfort. If the chills persist or are accompanied by other concerning symptoms, then notifying the charge nurse would be appropriate.
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