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A newly pregnant patient tells the nurse that she has irregular periods and is unsure of when she got pregnant. Scheduling an ultrasound is a standing prescription for the patient's health care provider.
 
  When is the best time for the nurse to schedule the patient's ultrasound?
 
  a. Immediately
  b. In 2 weeks
  c. In 4 weeks
  d. In 6 weeks

Question 2

Which complication could occur as a result of percutaneous umbilical blood sampling (PUBS)?
 
  a. Postdates pregnancy
  b. Fetal bradycardia
  c. Placenta previa
  d. Uterine rupture



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
An embryo can be seen about 5 to 6 weeks after the last menstrual period. At this time the crown-rump length (CRL) of the embryo is the most reliable measure of gestational age. Fetal viability is confirmed by observation of fetal heartbeat, which is visible when the CRL of the embryo is 5 mm.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
PUBS is an invasive test whereby a needle is inserted into the umbilical cord to obtain blood as the basis for diagnostic testing with the guidance of ultrasound technology. The most common complication is fetal bradycardia, which is temporary. PUBS has no effect on extending the gestation of pregnancy, the development of placenta previa, or uterine rupture.




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