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Question 1 of 5

A postpartum complication a client is at risk for is deep-vein thrombosis. Which of the following is a factor strongly associated with this postpartum complication?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Cesarean birth doubles the risk for deep-vein thrombosis (DVT) due to immobility and vascular changes associated with surgery. Other risk factors include smoking, obesity, and a history of thromboembolism.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is teaching a client who is to start using a diaphragm for contraception. Which of the following client statements indicate an understanding of the teaching?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The client should place spermicide in the diaphragm before insertion to enhance contraceptive effectiveness. The diaphragm should also be left in place for at least 6 hours after intercourse, but not more than 24 hours.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client who is 8 hours postpartum following a vaginal birth. The client reports passing large clots and heavy bleeding. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Heavy bleeding and the passage of large clots after childbirth can indicate uterine atony. The nurse should first attempt to massage the fundus to stimulate uterine contractions and control the bleeding.

Question 4 of 5

A client is being treated with eclampsia. What is a priority nursing intervention?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Eclampsia is a serious complication of pregnancy characterized by seizures. Hyperreflexia is often a precursor to eclampsia, and assessing for it can help predict and manage the condition before seizures occur.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client who is in the third trimester of pregnancy and has gestational diabetes. Which of the following complications is the fetus at risk for?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Gestational diabetes can result in fetal macrosomia, a condition where the baby grows larger than normal due to excess glucose in the mother's blood. This increases the risk of complications during delivery.

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