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student77

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on: Jul 17, 2018
A pregnant woman at 4 weeks' gestation who has preexisting diabetes mellitus visits her primary care provider for a check-up. Which of the following fetal complications might occur because of this maternal condition? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Congenital malformations
  B) Macrosomia (oversized fetus)
  C) Fetus with juvenile diabetes
  D) Smaller than gestational age baby
  E) Polyhydramnios
  F) Preeclampsia or eclampsia

Question 2

A nurse is caring for a client undergoing chemotherapy. The client is depressed and does
  not want to continue with the treatment. How can the nurse best help this client?
 
  A) Respect the client's rights and develop a rapport
  B) Reassure the client that the treatment is effective
  C) Explain the treatment to the client in medical terms
  D) Ask the client why he is depressed


princessflame2016

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Reply #1 on: Jul 17, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A, B, E, F
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Potential problems during pregnancy involving maternal diabetes mellitus include fetal death, macrosomia (oversized fetus), a fetus with a respiratory disorder, difficult labor, preeclampsia or eclampsia, polyhydramnios, and congenital malformations.

Answer to Question 2

A


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