Sickle Cell Anemia

Which items should the nurse discuss with the 17-year-old gravid client?

What should the nurse include in the plan of care for a client in preterm labor who is receiving a magnesium sulfate infusion?

Which characteristics or problems can be identified through amniocentesis?

What is the most appropriate nursing action for a client at 29 weeks' gestation with severe preeclampsia?

Which of the following is the priority intervention for a client with preeclampsia and a blood pressure of 149/92 mm Hg?

What factor is likely responsible for a primigravid client having clear, highly acidic vaginal secretions during pregnancy?

What is the highest priority nursing diagnosis for a client with an ectopic pregnancy experiencing severe left lower quadrant pain and vaginal spotting?

What is suggested by a closed, thick, posterior cervix in a pregnant client experiencing pulling and tightening sensations over her pubic bone every 15 minutes at 36 weeks gestation?

Which of the following is the correct instruction for a pregnant client with varicose veins in her legs who stands for long periods while working in a factory?

What is the nurse's first action when a pregnant client expresses concern about gaining weight during her first prenatal visit?

When should a client push the control button during a nonstress test (NST) to mark the strip?

After an amniotomy, which client goal should take the highest priority?

During a routine visit, a nurse needs to assess a client's fundal height. What is the purpose of this assessment?

A client at 26 weeks' gestation asks the nurse about the cause of heartburn during pregnancy. What is the nurse's best response?

Why is early detection of an ectopic pregnancy important?

Which symptoms should alert the nurse to the possibility of an ectopic pregnancy?

A client is experiencing amenorrhea and a negative pregnancy test. What condition should the nurse suspect?

What is the purpose of assessing the client's fundal height during pregnancy?

Which symptoms require healthcare provider notification of abruptio placentae?

What information should the nurse obtain about a multigravid client at 12 weeks' gestation with abdominal pain and vaginal spotting?

What should be included in the plan of care for a client with type I diabetes mellitus (DM) who is 39 weeks pregnant?

What interventions should be included in the plan of care for a client with gestational trophoblastic disease (GTD) experiencing nausea and vomiting?

Which of the following statements made by the client demonstrate an understanding of the plan of care for preterm labor?

What assessments would the nurse perform on a client who is 22 weeks pregnant?

Which assessment data would require the nurse to notify the healthcare provider immediately in a client with a suspected diagnosis of abruptio placentae?

Which food choices are convenient for teens yet nutritious for both the mother and fetus?