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What condition is characterized by persistent nausea and vomiting of pregnancy?
What condition is characterized by persistent nausea and vomiting of pregnancy?
- Eclampsia
- Hyperemesis gravidarum (correct)
- Placenta previa
- Gestational trophoblastic disease
What is the most common reason for early spontaneous abortion?
What is the most common reason for early spontaneous abortion?
- Ectopic pregnancy
- Gestational trophoblastic disease
- Hemorrhage into the abdomen
- Abnormal placental implantation (correct)
What is a key observation that should be made by a nurse in the case of tubal rupture?
What is a key observation that should be made by a nurse in the case of tubal rupture?
- Normal uterine contractions
- Decreased heart rate
- Excessive vaginal blood loss
- Minimal abdominal blood loss (correct)
Which condition involves abnormal implantation of the placenta in the lower part of the uterus?
Which condition involves abnormal implantation of the placenta in the lower part of the uterus?
What does a positive non-stress test indicate regarding fetal health?
What does a positive non-stress test indicate regarding fetal health?
What should a woman with gestational trophoblastic disease avoid for one year?
What should a woman with gestational trophoblastic disease avoid for one year?
Why is it important to position a pregnant woman on her left side during bed rest?
Why is it important to position a pregnant woman on her left side during bed rest?
What is considered hypertension in a pregnant patient?
What is considered hypertension in a pregnant patient?
What does Rh0(D) immune globulin (RhoGAM) prevent in pregnancy?
What does Rh0(D) immune globulin (RhoGAM) prevent in pregnancy?
Why should a pregnant woman with gestational diabetes mellitus control her blood glucose levels?
Why should a pregnant woman with gestational diabetes mellitus control her blood glucose levels?
What can happen if a woman takes drugs or drinks alcohol during pregnancy?
What can happen if a woman takes drugs or drinks alcohol during pregnancy?
Why are urinary tract infections more common during pregnancy?
Why are urinary tract infections more common during pregnancy?
