Author Question: The nurse is preparing a patient for amniocentesis. Which statement would indicate that the patient ... (Read 55 times)

Jramos095 · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

The nurse is preparing a patient for amniocentesis. Which statement would indicate that the patient clearly understands the risks of an amniocentesis?

1. I might go into labor early.
2. It could produce a congenital defect in my baby.
3. Actually, there are no real risks to this procedure.
4. The test could stunt my baby's growth.

Question 2

The nurse assesses a sleeping 1-hour-old, 39-weeks'-gestation newborn. The assessment data that would be of greatest concern would be:

1. Temperature 97.9F.
2. Respirations 68 breaths/minute.
3. Blood pressure 72/44.
4. Heart rate 156 beats/min.

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

Answer to Question 1

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Rationale 1: Amniocentesis has the potential for causing preterm labor
Rationale 2: Congenital defects are the result of heredity or medications.
Rationale 3: Amniocentesis has potential complications such as infection or bleeding.
Rationale 4: Growth retardation most commonly is associated with heredity or poor nutrition.

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale 1: This is within the normal temperature range of 97.599F.
Rationale 2: The normal respiratory rate is 3060 breaths/min; 68 breaths/min could represent a less-than-ideal transition.
Rationale 3: This blood pressure is within the normal range of 9060/5040 mm Hg.
Rationale 4: This heart rate is within the normal range of 110160 beats/min.