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Themember4

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A pregnant patient has an Rh-negative blood type. Following the birth of the fetus, the nurse administers RhoGAM (D immune globulin). What is the purpose of this medication?
 
  A) Promote maternal D antibody formation
  B) Prevent maternal D antibody formation
  C) Stimulate maternal D immune antigens
  D) Prevent fetal RH blood formation

Question 2

The nurse is concerned that a pregnant patient is developing HELLP syndrome. What did the nurse assess in this patient? (Select all that apply.)
 
  A) Headache
  B) Leg cramping
  C) Epigastric pain
  D) Visual disturbances
  E) Elevated liver enzymes



TheNamesImani

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Answer to Question 1

Ans: B

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A, C, D, E



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