Following delivery of a full-term baby, you have properly cared for the baby and have clamped and cut the umbilical cord. During transport, you note that the mother is experiencing moderate vaginal bleeding. You should:

A. elevate her legs 6? to 8? and cover her with a blanket.
B. firmly massage the uterine fundus with a circular motion.
C. carefully insert a sterile trauma dressing into her vagina.
D. place her legs together and position her on her left side.

Answer: B. firmly massage the uterine fundus with a circular motion.