The clinic nurse reviews the signs and symptoms of toxic shock syndrome (TSS) with Brenda, a patient who is currently being fitted for a diaphragm.
The nurse explains that Brenda should promptly seek medical attention if she:
Select all answers that apply:
A) Develops a temperature greater than 101.1oF (38.4oC)
B) Feels lightheaded, dizzy, or has chills
C) Develops a generalized red rash
D) Experiences difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
Question 2
The perinatal nurse is assessing a woman in triage who is 34 + 3 weeks gestation in her first pregnancy. She is worried about having her baby too soon and she is experiencing uterine contractions every 1015 minutes.
The fetal heart rate is 136 beats per minute. A vaginal examination performed by the health care provider reveals that that the cervix is closed, long, and posterior. The most likely diagnosis would be:
A) Preterm labor
B) Term labor
C) Back labor
D) Braxton-Hicks contractions
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