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Destiiny22

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on: Jun 28, 2018
Which of the following is an indication for fetal diagnostic procedures?
 
  a. Maternal diabetes
  b. Maternal age older than 30
  c. Previous infant more than 3000 g at birth
  d. Weight gain of 25 lb

Question 2

A woman who had two previous cesarean births is in active labor, when she suddenly complains of pain between her scapulae. The nurse's priority action should be to:
 
  a. reposition the woman with her hips slightly elevated.
  b. observe for abnormally high uterine resting tone.
  c. decrease the rate of nonadditive intravenous fluid.
  d. notify the physician promptly.


aham8f

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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A
Diabetes is a risk factor in pregnancy because of possible impairment of placental perfusion.

Answer to Question 2

D
Pain between the scapulae may occur when the uterus ruptures because blood accumulates under the diaphragm. This is an emergency that requires medical intervention.


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