Author Question: A nurse reads in a pregnant woman's chart that she is para 3. What does the nurse understand about ... (Read 82 times)

penza · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

A nurse reads in a pregnant woman's chart that she is para 3. What does the nurse understand about this woman's obstetrical history?

A.
Is now in her third trimester
B.
Currently pregnant with triplets
C.
Three babies born alive
D.
Three pregnancies delivered past 24 weeks of gestation

Question 2

A woman calls the prenatal clinic to inquire if she should have the seasonal influenza vaccination. What advice should the nurse provide?

A.
Flu does not cause many problems in pregnancy.
B.
No, vaccinations are not safe in pregnancy.
C.
Yes, you should get the flu vaccination.
D.
You should wait until your third trimester.

lkanara2 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The term parity means the number of pregnancies carried to a point of viability, which is generally accepted as at least 24 weeks of gestation. This woman has had three pregnancies that went past that point. Parity does not refer to trimester, the number of babies in the current pregnancy, or the outcome of previous pregnancies.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Pregnant women who contract influenza have an increased risk of both needing medical care and requiring hospitalization. Vaccination against influenza is considered safe throughout pregnancy and preventing this disease is an essential element of prenatal care. The most effective way to prevent contracting influenza is through immunization.