A client, who is in the second trimester of pregnancy, gestation. The client is receiving magnesium sulfate tells the nurse that she has developed a reddish-pink intravenously for pre-eclampsia. Which assessment skin color on the palm of her hands. Which of the fol- requires immediate intervention?

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A client, who is in the second trimester of pregnancy, gestation. The client is receiving magnesium sulfate tells the nurse that she has developed a reddish-pink intravenously for pre-eclampsia. Which assessment skin color on the palm of her hands. Which of the fol- requires immediate intervention?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Facial flushing in a pregnant client receiving magnesium sulfate for pre-eclampsia can be a sign of magnesium toxicity. Magnesium sulfate is a tocolytic agent used to prevent seizures in pre-eclamptic patients; however, excessive levels of magnesium can cause symptoms such as flushing, lethargy, blurred vision, slurred speech, and muscle weakness. In severe cases, magnesium toxicity can progress to respiratory depression, cardiac arrest, and death. Therefore, immediate intervention is required to prevent further complications. The other options do not present immediate concerning signs related to magnesium toxicity.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is performing an assessment on a client who is at 38 weeks' gestation and notes that the fetal heart rate is 174 beats/minute. What is the priority nursing action?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: A fetal heart rate above 160 bpm at term may indicate fetal distress, requiring immediate notification of the HCP.

Question 3 of 5

A Nurse is caring for a client who is 36 weeks9 gestation and who has suspected placenta previa. Which of the following findings support this diagnosis? Intermitted abdominal pain following the passage Abdominal pain with scant red vaginal bleeding Increasing abdominal pain with non-relaxed Painless red vaginal bleeding Dosage 200 A women at 36 weeks of gestation is placed in a supine position for an ultrasound. She begins to complain about feeling dizzy and nauseated. Her skin feels damp and cool. what would be the nurse9s first action? Obtain vital signs Provide the woman with emesis basin Turn the woman on her side Assess the woman9s respiratory rate and effort The nurse explains to a newly diagnosed pregnant woman at 10 weeks9 gestation that her rubella titer indicates that she is not immune. What is the best response by the nurse? Avoid contact with all children during the pregnancy You should receive the rubella vaccine immediately Obtain a repeat tilter in 3 months You will receive the rubella vaccine during the postpartumperiod The clinic nurse explains to Margaret, a newly diagnosed pregnant woman at 10 weeks' gestation, that her rubella titer indicates that she is not immune. Margaret should be advised to (select all that apply): Select one or more:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The functions of the placenta primarily include nutrient transfer, hormone production, respiratory gas transfer, and waste elimination. The placenta does not have a role in urine formation. Urine formation is a function of the kidneys in the mother, and it is not directly related to the placenta's functions.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is reviewing the electronic medical record of a postpartum client. The nurse should identify that which of the following factors paces the client at risk for infection.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: A midline episiotomy increases the risk for infection in postpartum clients due to the incision made in the perineum during childbirth. This incision can serve as a portal of entry for microorganisms, leading to an increased risk of infection. Meconium-stained amniotic fluid (choice A) can increase the risk of respiratory distress in the newborn but is not directly related to infection in the postpartum client. Placenta previa (choice B) is a condition during pregnancy where the placenta partially or completely covers the cervix, which poses risks related to bleeding rather than infection postpartum. Gestational hypertension (choice D) is a risk factor for developing preeclampsia or eclampsia during pregnancy but does not directly increase the risk of infection in the postpartum period.

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is educating a client about the benefits of skin-to-skin contact after delivery. What is one of the key benefits?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Skin-to-skin contact helps stabilize the newborn's temperature and heart rate while promoting bonding.

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