A nurse is caring for a client who is postpartum and has a new prescription for
methylergonovine for vaginal bleeding refractory to fundal massage and oxytocin. When

reviewing the client's medical history, the nurse should recognize which of the following diagnoses as a contraindication to the administration of methylergonovine?

A. Weight loss while using a diaphragm is not typically an urgent concern and may be related to dieting; the client should be advised to follow up with her primary care provider for further

evaluation.

B. Cramping and bleeding are common side effects following an IUD insertion and typically do not require immediate attention unless severe or accompanied by other concerning symptoms;

the client should be advised to monitor her symptoms and follow up if they worsen.

C. Breakthrough bleeding is a common side effect of starting oral contraceptives and may resolve on its own after a few cycles; the client should be advised to continue taking her pills as prescribed and to follow up if the bleeding persists or worsens.

D. Shoulder pain following a laparoscopic procedure may indicate a potential complication such as referred pain from gas used during the procedure or more serious issues such as internal bleeding or organ injury; the client should be instructed to come to the clinic for further

evaluation and management.

A. Failure to engraft typically presents with symptoms such as persistent neutropenia, thrombocytopenia, and anemia, rather than skin peeling.

B. Veno-occlusive disease, also known as sinusoidal obstruction syndrome, can lead to liver dysfunction and subsequent skin manifestations such as peeling, especially on the palms and soles.

C. Graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) typically presents with symptoms such as skin rash, diarrhea, and liver dysfunction, but peeling skin is not a hallmark manifestation.

D. Pancytopenia refers to a deficiency of all types of blood cells (red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets) and is not typically associated with skin peeling as a primary symptom.