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What is a critical concern when managing cardiovascular disorders in pregnant women?
What is a critical concern when managing cardiovascular disorders in pregnant women?
- Prevention of gestational diabetes
- Monitoring fetal heart rate exclusively
- Management of cardiac decompensation (correct)
- Reducing maternal weight gain
Which of the following is an important nursing intervention for a pregnant woman with a cardiovascular disorder?
Which of the following is an important nursing intervention for a pregnant woman with a cardiovascular disorder?
- Encouraging frequent strenuous exercise
- Discouraging rest periods
- Monitoring vital signs regularly (correct)
- Limiting all fluid intake
Which statement correctly describes anemia during pregnancy?
Which statement correctly describes anemia during pregnancy?
- It can lead to increased maternal fatigue and complications. (correct)
- It generally does not require treatment.
- It primarily affects fetal development without maternal impact.
- It is only caused by iron deficiency.
What is a common complication of postpartum hemorrhage?
What is a common complication of postpartum hemorrhage?
What is a primary nursing management strategy for treating coagulopathies in postpartum women?
What is a primary nursing management strategy for treating coagulopathies in postpartum women?
What distinguishes venous thromboembolic disorders during pregnancy from the postpartum period?
What distinguishes venous thromboembolic disorders during pregnancy from the postpartum period?
What is a characteristic sign of postpartum infection?
What is a characteristic sign of postpartum infection?
Which of the following factors can influence the effects of autoimmune disorders on pregnancy?
Which of the following factors can influence the effects of autoimmune disorders on pregnancy?
Which of the following is true regarding urinary tract infections during pregnancy?
Which of the following is true regarding urinary tract infections during pregnancy?
What percentage increase in cardiac output occurs during the first trimester of pregnancy?
What percentage increase in cardiac output occurs during the first trimester of pregnancy?
What is a potential consequence of cardiac decompensation in patients with underlying cardiac disease during pregnancy?
What is a potential consequence of cardiac decompensation in patients with underlying cardiac disease during pregnancy?
Which of the following heart disease classifications has the highest level of symptom severity according to the NYHA classification?
Which of the following heart disease classifications has the highest level of symptom severity according to the NYHA classification?
Which type of congenital heart defect typically concerns a left-to-right shunt?
Which type of congenital heart defect typically concerns a left-to-right shunt?
What is a common treatment approach for patients with VSD and PDA?
What is a common treatment approach for patients with VSD and PDA?
What is a vital assessment period for patients with underlying cardiac disease during pregnancy?
What is a vital assessment period for patients with underlying cardiac disease during pregnancy?
What happens to intravascular volume after delivery that can affect patients with cardiac disease?
What happens to intravascular volume after delivery that can affect patients with cardiac disease?
What cardiovascular change occurs due to more vasodilation during pregnancy?
What cardiovascular change occurs due to more vasodilation during pregnancy?
Which condition is typically asymptomatic and is the most common congenital heart disease seen in pregnancy?
Which condition is typically asymptomatic and is the most common congenital heart disease seen in pregnancy?
What can be a major cause of cardiac decompensation in patients during pregnancy?
What can be a major cause of cardiac decompensation in patients during pregnancy?
What is the primary treatment for Mitral Valve Prolapse when symptoms are present?
What is the primary treatment for Mitral Valve Prolapse when symptoms are present?
In which condition is maintaining venous return a priority if untreated?
In which condition is maintaining venous return a priority if untreated?
Which condition is most often asymptomatic until pregnancy?
Which condition is most often asymptomatic until pregnancy?
What is a common risk associated with untreated Mitral Valve Stenosis?
What is a common risk associated with untreated Mitral Valve Stenosis?
What type of delivery method is preferred for patients with significant fluid volume concerns in Mitral Valve Stenosis?
What type of delivery method is preferred for patients with significant fluid volume concerns in Mitral Valve Stenosis?
What class of medications is used in managing heart rate in patients with Mitral Valve Stenosis?
What class of medications is used in managing heart rate in patients with Mitral Valve Stenosis?
Which of the following is typically NOT used in the treatment of Mitral Valve Prolapse?
Which of the following is typically NOT used in the treatment of Mitral Valve Prolapse?
Which condition has a notable association with Down syndrome?
Which condition has a notable association with Down syndrome?
For which condition is a balloon valvuloplasty potentially indicated during labor?
For which condition is a balloon valvuloplasty potentially indicated during labor?
What is the typical approach to managing Aortic Stenosis in childbearing years?
What is the typical approach to managing Aortic Stenosis in childbearing years?
What is the most common infection during pregnancy that can lead to cardiac decompensation?
What is the most common infection during pregnancy that can lead to cardiac decompensation?
Which dietary component is emphasized for women with cardiac issues during pregnancy?
Which dietary component is emphasized for women with cardiac issues during pregnancy?
What medication should be avoided during the postpartum period due to the risk of hypertension?
What medication should be avoided during the postpartum period due to the risk of hypertension?
Which of the following is a common consequence of anemia in pregnant women?
Which of the following is a common consequence of anemia in pregnant women?
What is a recommended pain management approach during labor for women with heart complications?
What is a recommended pain management approach during labor for women with heart complications?
What is a significant risk associated with cesarean sections for pregnant women with heart conditions?
What is a significant risk associated with cesarean sections for pregnant women with heart conditions?
What is the primary treatment for Marfan Syndrome in managing cardiovascular complications?
What is the primary treatment for Marfan Syndrome in managing cardiovascular complications?
Which of the following is a significant risk factor for infective endocarditis?
Which of the following is a significant risk factor for infective endocarditis?
What is the preferred type of valve for replacement in high-risk anticoagulation patients?
What is the preferred type of valve for replacement in high-risk anticoagulation patients?
In which condition is ventricular function failure associated with a high mortality rate if recovery does not occur?
In which condition is ventricular function failure associated with a high mortality rate if recovery does not occur?
Which of the following factors does NOT indicate an increased risk of peripartum cardiomyopathy?
Which of the following factors does NOT indicate an increased risk of peripartum cardiomyopathy?
What is the incidence of peripartum cardiomyopathy per live births?
What is the incidence of peripartum cardiomyopathy per live births?
What management strategy is most important for women with valve replacement during pregnancy?
What management strategy is most important for women with valve replacement during pregnancy?
Which medication is least likely to be used in the treatment of peripartum cardiomyopathy?
Which medication is least likely to be used in the treatment of peripartum cardiomyopathy?
What is a potential outcome for women who experience failure of left ventricular function due to peripartum cardiomyopathy?
What is a potential outcome for women who experience failure of left ventricular function due to peripartum cardiomyopathy?