NURS 247--Prep U Questions and 100% Correct Answers--2nd Test

The nurse understands the need to be aware of the potential of bleeding disorders in pregnant clients. Which disorder should she be aware of that occurs in the second trimester? Placenta previa A young mother gives birth to twin boys who shared the same placenta. What serious complication are they at risk for? Twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS) Which medication will the nurse anticipate the health care provider will prescribe as treatment for an unruptured ectopic pregnancy? methotrexate A nurse is conducting a presentation for a group of pregnant women about conditions that can occur during pregnancy and that place the woman at high-risk. When discussing blood incompatibilities, which measure would the nurse explain as most effective in preventing isoimmunization during pregnancy? Rho(D) immune globulin administration to Rh-negative women A 24-year-old client presents in labor. The nurse notes there is an order to administer Rho(D) immune globulin after the birth of her infant. When asked by the client the reason for this injection, which reason should the nurse point out? prevent maternal D antibody formation. A pregnant client diagnosed with hyperemesis gravidarum is prescribed intravenous fluids for rehydration. When preparing to administer this therapy, which solution would the nurse anticipate being prescribed initially? normal saline A woman at 28 weeks' gestation has been hospitalized with moderate bleeding that is now stabilizing. The nurse performs a routine assessment and notes the client sleeping, lying on the back, and electronic fetal heart rate (FHR) monitor showing gradually increasing baseline with late decelerations. Which action will the nurse perform first? Reposition the client to left side. A nurse is providing care to a client who has been diagnosed with a common benign form of gestational trophoblastic disease. The nurse identifies this as: hydatidiform mole. A pregnant woman has been admitted to the hospital due to preeclampsia with severe features. Which measure will be important for the nurse to include in the care plan? Institute and maintain seizure precautions.