Author Question: A woman who has had multiple miscarriages is advised to go through genetic testing. The patient asks ... (Read 20 times)

DyllonKazuo · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

A woman who has had multiple miscarriages is advised to go through genetic testing. The patient asks the nurse the rationale for this recommendation. The nurse will explain that:

1. The woman's pedigree might exhibit a problem carrying a fetus to term.
2. The majority of miscarriages are caused by genetic defects.
3. A woman's chromosomal pattern determines her fertility.
4. There is a genetic marker that detects the presence of an incompetent cervix.

Question 2

A postpartum mother is concerned that her newborn has not had a stool since birth. The newborn is 18 hours old. The nurse's best response is:

1. I will call your pediatrician immediately.
2. Passage of the first stool within 48 hours is normal.
3. Your newborn might not have a stool until the third day.
4. Your newborn must be dehydrated.

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

Answer to Question 1

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Rationale 1: A pedigree does not show a woman's ability to carry a fetus to term.
Rationale 2: Most miscarriages are related to genetic defects.
Rationale 3: Fertility is determined by many factors.
Rationale 4: There is no genetic marker for incompetent cervix.

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale 1: This is not an emergency situation.
Rationale 2: The passage of the first stool within 48 hours is normal.
Rationale 3: The passage of the first stool should occur sooner.
Rationale 4: Decreased urinary output and depressed fontanelles indicate dehydration.