Maternal NCLEX Practice Questions | Nurselytic

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Shortness of breath is common in late pregnancy due to the enlarged uterus pressing against the diaphragm, limiting lung expansion.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Monitoring platelet count is critical in preeclampsia, as low platelets may indicate severe disease or HELLP syndrome.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Monitoring vaginal bleeding for heavy flow is crucial to detect postpartum hemorrhage, a key recovery instruction.

Correct Answer: C,E

Rationale: The client who had an incomplete spontaneous abortion may experience grief and loss. The nurse should offer to do a referral to a pregnancy loss support group to provide ongoing support after hospital discharge. A D&C is usually performed on an outpatient basis if there are no complications, and the client can return home a few hours after the procedure. Someone should remain with the client to ensure that she is safe and no complications develop. Dark red blood does not necessarily indicate the need for a blood transfusion; it could be old blood. The client should notify the HCP if experiencing heavy bleeding following the D&C. A D&C for treating incomplete spontaneous abortion does not require the routine administration of IV antibiotics. There is no medical need for the client who had a spontaneous abortion to avoid pregnancy for one year.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Shortness of breath is common in late pregnancy due to the enlarged uterus pressing against the diaphragm, limiting lung expansion.