A patient is admitted to labor and delivery for management of severe preeclampsia. An IV infusion of magnesium sulfate is started. What is the primary goal for magnesium sulfate therapy?
A) Decrease blood pressure
B) Decrease protein in urine
C) Prevent maternal seizures
D) Reverse edema
Question 2
Which assessment findings should the nurse use to differentiate between placenta previa and abruptio placentae?
A) Bleeding amount and consistency
B) Uterine tone and contractions of the uterus
C) Low back pain
D) Shape of the abdomen
Patient wearing an abularm
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Positioning the Patient in the Fowler’s Position
An ultrasound being performed on a patient.
Instructing a Patient on Breast Self-Examination
Patient with osteoarthritis.