A postpartum woman has unrelenting pain in her rectum after vaginal birth despite administration of pain medications. Which action is most indicated? 1. Administering additional pain medications. 2....

A postpartum woman has unrelenting pain in her rectum after vaginal birth despite administration of pain medications. Which action is most indicated?

1. Administering additional pain medications.

2. Assessing the perineum.

3. Reassuring the patient that pain is normal after vaginal birth.

4. Preparing a warm sitz bath for the client.