Question

A hospital has a number of different perineal pads available for use. A nurse is observed soaking several of them and writing down what she sees. This activity indicates that the nurse is trying to:

a. Improve the accuracy of blood loss estimation, which usually is a subjective assessment.
b. Determine which pad is best.
c. Demonstrate that other nurses usually underestimate blood loss.
d. Reveal to the nurse supervisor that one of them needs some time off.

Answer 1

The nurse is trying to improve the accuracy of blood loss estimation.

Step-by-step explanation:

The nurse is trying to improve the accuracy of blood loss estimation. Blood loss estimation is often subjective, but by soaking several perineal pads and observing the amount of blood absorbed, the nurse can make a more objective assessment. This helps in accurately monitoring and managing postpartum hemorrhage or any other condition where blood loss needs to be measured.