Maternal Asthma Care Quiz
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What is a common risk for the fetus in high-risk pregnancies?

  • Gestational diabetes and lupus
  • Decreased RBC and platelets
  • Intolerance to labor due to placental perfusion issues (correct)
  • Increased platelets and hypertension
  • What is a major risk for the mother in high-risk pregnancies?

  • Lupus exacerbation and kidney failure
  • Stroke, seizure, and long-term heart damage (correct)
  • Respiratory infections and anemia
  • Preeclampsia and gestational diabetes
  • What is a common complication associated with eclampsia?

  • Intrauterine growth restriction
  • Seizure (correct)
  • Preterm labor and birth
  • Pulmonary embolism
  • What are some risk factors for developing preeclampsia?

    <p>Obesity and nulliparity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of nurses in high-risk pregnancies?

    <p>Assessing and monitoring symptoms and blood pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do fetuses in high-risk pregnancies experience late decelerations in FHR tracings?

    <p>Result of lack of placental perfusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended range for systolic blood pressure (SBP) that nurses should monitor in pregnant women with high-risk pregnancies?

    <p>160</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which medication is commonly used for the management of recurrent seizures in eclampsia?

    <p>Lorazepam (Ativan)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common maternal effect associated with cardiac disorders during pregnancy?

    <p>Systemic emboli</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common warning sign of eclampsia related to neurological symptoms?

    <p>Visual disturbances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential fetal effect that can result from decreased uterine blood flow in pregnant women with cardiac disorders?

    <p>Intrauterine growth restriction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of high-risk pregnancies, what action can improve the effectiveness of CPR for a pregnant woman?

    <p>Performing left lateral uterine displacement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the major maternal risks associated with high-risk pregnancies and cardiac disorders?

    <p>Severe pulmonary edema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be performed on all pregnant women who sustain major trauma to assess possible fetal blood exposure?

    <p>Kleinhauer-Betke test</p> Signup and view all the answers

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