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beccaep

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on: Jun 27, 2018
Which is NOT a vital sign?
 
  A) temperature
  B) systolic
  C) respirations
  D) heart rate

Question 2

A cesarean section would be performed for ________.
 
  A) cephalopelvic disproportion
  B) hyperemesis gravidarum
  C) ectopic or tubal pregnancy
  D) incomplete abortion


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ecox1012

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B
Explanation: A) This is one of the vital signs.
B) Correct Systolic is part of the vital sign blood pressure, but systolic alone is not a vital sign.
C) This is one of the vital signs.
D) This is one of the vital signs.

Answer to Question 2

A
Explanation: A) Correct
B) Hyperemesis gravidarum (excessive vomiting during early pregnancy) is not treated with a cesarean section.
C) An ectopic or tubal pregnancy would require an exploratory laparotomy, but not a cesarean section (which is only performed to deliver a baby).
D) An incomplete abortion is treated with a D&C, not a cesarean section.


beccaep

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
:D TYSM

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