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Mollykgkg

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The nurse is interviewing clients in their third trimester of pregnancy. Which of the following client complaints would be expected? (Select all that apply.)
 
  A. Her chest circumference has increased by 5 cm during the pregnancy.
   B. She has a widened subcostal angle.
   C. She is using thoracic breathing.
   D. She has a respiratory rate of 30
   E. She has a productive cough.

Question 2

The pregnant client at 16 weeks' gestation has hemoglobin level of 10.5 . Her pre-pregnancy hemoglobin level was 13.0 . Which of the following statements should the nurse use to best explain this change to the client?
 
  A. You are having a problem in pregnancy not making enough red cells.
   B. Because your blood volume has increased, your hemoglobin has dropped.
   C. This change may indicate a serious problem that might harm your baby.
   D. You are not eating nearly enough iron-rich foods like meat.



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Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

B



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