Author Question: The nurse working in an outpatient obstetric clinic assesses four primigravida patients. Which ... (Read 95 times)

olgavictoria · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

The nurse working in an outpatient obstetric clinic assesses four primigravida patients. Which patient findings would the nurse tell the physician about?

1. 17 weeks' gestation and denies feeling fetal movement.
2. 24 weeks' gestation and fundal height is at the umbilicus.
3. 27 weeks' gestation and complains of excess salivation.
4. 34 weeks' gestation and complains of hemorrhoidal pain.

Question 2

Remedies for back pain in pregnancy that are supported by research evidence and may safely be taught to any pregnant woman by the nurse include which of the following? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices

are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Pelvic tilt
2. Water aerobics
3. Sit-ups
4. Proper body mechanics
5. Maintaining good posture

kjohnson · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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Rationale 1: It is most common for pregnant patients to feel fetal movement between 17 and 20 weeks.
Rationale 2: The fundal height at 24 weeks should be 24 cm. The fundal height is usually at the umbilicus at 2022 weeks.
Rationale 3: Excess salivation is a usual finding in pregnancy.
Rationale 4: Hemorrhoids are common in pregnant women.

Answer to Question 2

1, 2, 4, 5
Explanation: 1. The pelvic tilt can help restore proper body alignment and relieve back pain.
2. Exercise is an effective treatment for lower back pain. Exercise in water seems to provide benefits while being physically comfortable for expectant mothers.
4. The use of proper posture and good body mechanics throughout pregnancy is important.
5. Good posture is important because it allows more room for the stomach to function.