A pregnant client at 32 weeks has painless, bright-red vaginal bleeding. The uterus is soft, and fetal heart rate is reassuring. What condition is most likely?

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A. Placenta previa — Placenta previa classically presents with painless, bright-red bleeding in the second or third trimester. Vaginal exams are avoided until previa is ruled out due to hemorrhage risk.

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B. Placental abruption

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C. Uterine rupture

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D. Ectopic pregnancy