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Diane

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on: Jun 28, 2018
The nurse is caring for a prenatal patient diagnosed with a placenta previa. What is the best position for this patient?
 
  a. Flat on her back with knees flexed to help prevent hemorrhage
  b. On her side to prevent supine hypotension
  c. In the semi-Fowler's position to prevent supine hypotension
  d. In the knee-chest position to reduce pressure on the placenta

Question 2

What symptom reported by a pregnant patient would lead the nurse to suspect pyelonephritis?
 
  a. Frequency and urgency of urination
  b. Nausea and weight loss
  c. Burning sensation when voiding
  d. Tenderness in the flank area


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polinasid

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

ANS: B
The prenatal patient with placenta previa is best placed on her side with a pillow for support. This position not only reduces stress on the placenta but also reduces the possibility of supine hypotension.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Pyelonephritis is a particularly serious infection in pregnancy. Signs and symptoms include high fever, chills, flank pain or tenderness, nausea, and vomiting.


Diane

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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Wow, this really help

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:D TYSM

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