A pregnant client at 30 weeks' gestation has had a steady rise in ...

[karen]

A pregnant client at 30 weeks' gestation has had a steady rise in blood pressure. She is now 20 mmHg above her systolic baseline.
 
  The nurse advises her to immediately report which symptoms? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Dizziness
  2. Even a small amount of dependent edema
  3. Spots before her eyes
  4. Persistent nausea and vomiting
  5. Vaginal spotting

Question 2

Which of the following is a major side effect of butorphanol tartrate (Stadol)?
 
  1. Blurred vision
  2. Agitation
  3. Feelings of dysphoria
  4. Drowsiness

[perkiness]

Answer to Question 1

1, 3
Explanation: 1. Dizziness can be a sign of hypertension or preeclampsia, and should be reported immediately.
3. Spots before the eyes can be a sign of hypertension or preeclampsia, and should be reported immediately.

Answer to Question 2

3
Explanation: 3. Feelings of dysphoria are a major side effect of Stardol.

[karen]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[jackie]

Gracias!