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Metfan725

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on: Jun 28, 2018
A patient with gestational hypertension is exhibiting all of the signs below. What should the nurse report immediately?
 
  a. Diarrhea
  b. Urticaria
  c. Blurred vision
  d. Backache

Question 2

The nurse assesses a pregnant woman for pregnancy-induced hypertension. What is the first sign of fluid retention suggestive of this complication?
 
  a. Abdominal enlargement
  b. Facial swelling
  c. Sudden weight gain
  d. Swelling of the feet and ankles


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aidanmbrowne

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

ANS: C
Visual disturbances indicate worsening pregnancy-induced hypertension and must be reported promptly for effective intervention to prevent preeclampsia and convulsion.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Sudden, excessive weight gain is the first sign of fluid retention; facial swelling and swelling of the feet, legs, and hands follow weight gain.


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

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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