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Which of the following factors places the woman in a high-risk category for pregnancy complications?
Which of the following factors places the woman in a high-risk category for pregnancy complications?
The woman's age of 24 years places her in a high-risk category for pregnancy complications.
The woman's age of 24 years places her in a high-risk category for pregnancy complications.
False
The woman's blood pressure of 108/70 mm Hg places her in a high-risk category for pregnancy complications.
The woman's blood pressure of 108/70 mm Hg places her in a high-risk category for pregnancy complications.
False
The woman's BMI of 17.5 places her in a high-risk category for pregnancy complications.
The woman's BMI of 17.5 places her in a high-risk category for pregnancy complications.
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The woman's pulse rate of 72 beats/min places her in a high-risk category for pregnancy complications.
The woman's pulse rate of 72 beats/min places her in a high-risk category for pregnancy complications.
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The woman's respiratory rate of 16 breaths/min places her in a high-risk category for pregnancy complications.
The woman's respiratory rate of 16 breaths/min places her in a high-risk category for pregnancy complications.
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Study Notes
Patient Risk Factors
- Young age (24 years)
- Low BMI (17.5)
- Cocaine use (multiple times in the past year)
- Alcohol use (occasional)
- Family history of diabetes mellitus and cancer
- Sister's infant with a neural tube defect (NTD)
- Potentially concerning blood pressure (108/70 mm Hg), pulse (72 beats/min), and respiratory rate (16 breaths/min) — though these alone may not be indicative of high risk.
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Description
This quiz evaluates various patient risk factors such as age, BMI, substance use, family history, and clinical observations. Consider how these elements can influence overall health and potential medical conditions. Use this assessment to better understand the multifactorial nature of patient risk.
