Answer to Question 1
D
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A The malnourished pregnant patient may display rapid heart rate, abnormal rhythm, enlarged heart, and elevated blood pressure.
B A patient receiving adequate nutrition will have bright, shiny eyes with no sores and moist, pink membranes. Pale or red membranes, dryness, infection, dull ap-pearance of the cornea, or blue sclerae are all signs of poor nutrition.
C This patient is well nourished. Cachexia, listlessness, and tiring easily would be indications of poor nutritional status.
D The physiologic changes of pregnancy may complicate the interpretation of physical findings. Lower extremity edema often occurs when caloric and protein deficiencies are present; however, it may also be a common physical finding during the third trimester. It is essential that the nurse complete a thorough health history and physical assessment and request further laboratory testing if indicated.
Answer to Question 2
B
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A The NST and biophysical profiles look at fetal movements.
B The CST involves recording the response of the FHR to stress induced by uterine
contractions.
C The NST looks at fetal heart accelerations with fetal movements.
D The CST records the fetal response to stress. It does not increase placental blood
flow.
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