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altibaby

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Which clinical sign is not included as a symptom of preeclampsia?
 
  a. Hypertension
  b. Edema
  c. Proteinuria
  d. Glucosuria

Question 2

The nurse is preparing to obtain a blood specimen via capillary heel puncture. Which of the following would be most appropriate for the nurse to do?
 
  A) Apply a cool compress for several minutes before collection
  B) Elevate the extremity used after puncturing it
  C) Squeeze the area to facilitate specimen collection
  D) Wipe away the first drop of blood with dry gauze


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dellikani2015

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
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Spilling glucose into the urine is not one of the three classic symptoms of preeclampsia.
The first indication of preeclampsia is usually an increase in the maternal blood pressure.
The first sign noted by the pregnant woman is a rapid weight gain and edema of the hands and face.
Proteinuria usually develops later than the edema and hypertension.

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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