NR 327 Maternal Newborn Exam with Questions and Answers

NR 327 Maternal Newborn Exam with Questions and Answers A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a newly admitted client who is at 32 weeks of gestation. Which of the following conditions is an indication for fetal assessment using electronic fetal monitoring? ANSWER A. Oligohydramnios B. Hyperemesis gravidarum C. Leukorrhea D. Periodic tingling of the fingers Answer: Oligohydramnios A. Oligohydramnios The nurse should identify that oligohydramnios requires further fetal assessment using electronic fetal monitoring. Other conditions that require further assessment include hypertension, diabetes, intrauterine growth restriction, renal disease, decreased fetal movement, previous fetal death, post-term pregnancy, systemic lupus erythematosus, and intrahepatic cholestasis. B. Hyperemesis gravidarum Hyperemesis gravidarum is not an indication for further fetal assessment using electronic fetal monitoring unless complications occur. C. Leukorrhea Leukorrhea is a common finding during pregnancy and is not an indication for further fetal assessment using electronic fetal monitoring unless complications occur. D. Periodic tingling of the fingers Periodic tingling of the fingers is a common finding during pregnancy and is not an indication for further fetal assessment using electronic fetal monitoring.