14 Questions
What is a common risk for the fetus in high-risk pregnancies?
Intolerance to labor due to placental perfusion issues
What is a major risk for the mother in high-risk pregnancies?
Stroke, seizure, and long-term heart damage
What is a common complication associated with eclampsia?
Seizure
What are some risk factors for developing preeclampsia?
Obesity and nulliparity
What is the role of nurses in high-risk pregnancies?
Assessing and monitoring symptoms and blood pressure
Why do fetuses in high-risk pregnancies experience late decelerations in FHR tracings?
Result of lack of placental perfusion
What is the recommended range for systolic blood pressure (SBP) that nurses should monitor in pregnant women with high-risk pregnancies?
160
Which medication is commonly used for the management of recurrent seizures in eclampsia?
Lorazepam (Ativan)
What is a common maternal effect associated with cardiac disorders during pregnancy?
Systemic emboli
Which of the following is a common warning sign of eclampsia related to neurological symptoms?
Visual disturbances
What is a potential fetal effect that can result from decreased uterine blood flow in pregnant women with cardiac disorders?
Intrauterine growth restriction
In the context of high-risk pregnancies, what action can improve the effectiveness of CPR for a pregnant woman?
Performing left lateral uterine displacement
What is one of the major maternal risks associated with high-risk pregnancies and cardiac disorders?
Severe pulmonary edema
What should be performed on all pregnant women who sustain major trauma to assess possible fetal blood exposure?
Kleinhauer-Betke test
Test your knowledge on monitoring maternal oxygen saturation, assessing fetal well-being, explaining care plans, and educating on asthma triggers and medications. Learn to recognize signs of worsening asthma in pregnant women.
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