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dejastew

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A pregnant teenager presents with the following complaints. Which complaint could be an indicator of a serious complication?
 
  a. Painful hemorrhoids
  b. Linea nigra
  c. Visual disturbances
  d. Low back pain

Question 2

The nurse assures an anxious primigravida that during fetal development from week 34 and beyond, maternal antibodies are transferred to the baby. How long will these antibodies provide the baby with immunity?
 
  a. 1 month
  b. 3 months
  c. 4 months
  d. 6 months


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cassie_ragen

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Visual disturbances may be an indicator of increased blood pressure and retained fluids. These are indicators of eclampsia. Hemorrhoids, linea nigra, and back pain are common discomforts of pregnancy.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
The maternal antibodies that are transferred to the baby provide immunity for 6 months.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Wow, this really help

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