NSG 3500 - MATERNAL: EXAM 1 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2025

NSG 3500 - MATERNAL: LATEST
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ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS IN THIS SECTION



QUESTION 1



Why is magnesium administered with preeclampsia? - ANSWERS-1. To protect
the fetal brain

2. Lower risk for seizures

3. Lower risk of cerebral palsy for infant



QUESTION 2



What is the pharmacological treatment for preeclampsia? - ANSWERS-1.
Magnesium

2. Labetalol (Beta-Blocker)

3. Hydralazine (Vasodilator)



QUESTION 3



What are the s/s of preeclampsia? - ANSWERS-1. HTN

2. Hyperreflexia

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3. RUQ pain

4. Edema

5. Proteinuria

6. HYPOVOLEMIA

7. Severe headache



QUESTION 4



What interventions do we do for preeclampsia? - ANSWERS-1. Turn onto side

2. Maintain I/Os

3. Check reflexes

4. Keep environment dark/quiet



QUESTION 5



What are signs of magnesium toxicity? - ANSWERS-1. Absent DTR

2. Decreased respirations




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