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WWatsford

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A woman who desires a second-trimester medical abortion has been educated about the procedure, side effects, and follow-up. What statement by the patient indicates that additional teaching is needed?
 
  A.
  I understand that I might need several doses of the prostaglandins.
  B.
  I will get over-the-counter medication to treat any headache that I get.
  C.
  I will watch for dizziness when standing if I have vomiting or diarrhea.
  D.
  If I get a fever with chills, I should go to the emergency department.

Question 2

After an abortion, when should the nurse advise the patient to return for a follow-up visit?
 
  A.
  2 weeks
  B.
  4 weeks
  C.
  6 weeks
  D.
  8 weeks



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Second-trimester medical abortions are associated with several side effects and may require multiple doses of prostaglandins to achieve the desired results. Side effects include headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, chills, dizziness, and cramping. Because fever and chills are a possible expected side effect, the woman would not need to go to the emergency department. The other statements are correct and indicate good understanding.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
After all types of abortion the patient is instructed to return for a follow-up visit at 2 weeks.




WWatsford

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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


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