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What is the goal for fasting blood glucose numbers in pregnant patients?
What is the goal for fasting blood glucose numbers in pregnant patients?
- 90 and below (correct)
- 120 and below
- 100 and below
- Less than 80
Why should a pregnant patient with hypoglycemia have carbohydrate-rich food like crackers?
Why should a pregnant patient with hypoglycemia have carbohydrate-rich food like crackers?
- To reduce the risk of polyhydramnios
- To prevent rebound hypoglycemia (correct)
- To avoid hyperglycemia
- To facilitate insulin pump therapy
How is insulin provided to pregnant patients using insulin pump therapy?
How is insulin provided to pregnant patients using insulin pump therapy?
- Through oral tablets
- Through a continuous rate (basal) given by the pump (correct)
- Through monthly injections at the clinic
- Through intravenous injections
What may be indicated by oligohydramnios in pregnancy?
What may be indicated by oligohydramnios in pregnancy?
In which individuals does schizophrenia tend to have its highest incidence?
In which individuals does schizophrenia tend to have its highest incidence?
Why might a biopsy or surgery during pregnancy carry risks for the fetus?
Why might a biopsy or surgery during pregnancy carry risks for the fetus?
What is a common symptom of hyperthyroidism in pregnant patients?
What is a common symptom of hyperthyroidism in pregnant patients?
How does hyperthyroidism impact fetal growth?
How does hyperthyroidism impact fetal growth?
Which drug is commonly used to treat hyperthyroidism in pregnant patients?
Which drug is commonly used to treat hyperthyroidism in pregnant patients?
What potential risk is associated with the use of thioamides in pregnant patients?
What potential risk is associated with the use of thioamides in pregnant patients?
If a pregnant patient forgets or duplicates a dose of thioamides, what potential risk might arise for the fetus?
If a pregnant patient forgets or duplicates a dose of thioamides, what potential risk might arise for the fetus?
How does hyperthyroidism impact a pregnant patient's cardiovascular system?
How does hyperthyroidism impact a pregnant patient's cardiovascular system?
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