A nurse working with adolescents recognizes risk factors for ...

[jake]

A nurse working with adolescents recognizes risk factors for pregnancy to include: Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.
 
  1. Low socioeconomic status.
  2. A belief in invulnerability.
  3. A highly functional family.
  4. Physical, emotional, or sexual abuse.
  5. Accurate information about contraception.

Question 2

The nurse is scheduling a client for an external cephalic version (ECV). Which finding in the client's chart requires immediate intervention?
 
  1. Previous birth by cesarean
  2. Frank breech ballotable
  3. 37 weeks, complete breech
  4. Failed ECV last week

[matt95]

Answer to Question 1

1,2,4
Rationale 1: Low socioeconomic status contributes to, and is a cause of, teenage pregnancy.
Rationale 2: A belief in invulnerability contributes to the increased rate of adolescent pregnancy.
Rationale 3: Dysfunctional families are a risk factor for adolescent pregnancy.
Rationale 4: Physical, emotional, or sexual abuse increases the risk of teenage pregnancy.
Rationale 5: Teens with inadequate knowledge about contraception are more likely to become pregnant.

Answer to Question 2

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Explanation: 1. Any previous uterine scar is a contraindication to ECV. Prior scarring of the uterus may increase the risk of uterine tearing or uterine rupture.

[jake]

Excellent

[LVPMS]

Great answer, keep it coming