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mrsjacobs44

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The birth attendant administers a drug called dinoprostone (Prostin E2) to a woman who is having a spontaneous abortion to expel the fetus. In which of the following types of abortion would this drug be used? Select all answers that apply.
 
  A) Inevitable
  B) Threatened
  C) Complete
  D) Septic
  E) Incomplete
  F) Missed

Question 2

The nurse is collecting data about a new patient's fluid and electrolyte balance during an initial comprehensive assessment. Which of the following are possible indicators of fluid and electrolyte imbalances? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Poor skin turgor
  B) Decreased heart rate
  C) Hunger
  D) Changes in respiratory pattern
  E) Equal intake and output
  F) Changes in urine volume



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Answer to Question 1

A, E, F
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For inevitable, incomplete, and missed abortions occurring between 16 and 20 weeks of pregnancy, a drug called dinoprostone (Prostin E2) may be administered to the mother. The drug causes the uterus to expel the fetus. In the case of a threatened abortion, the client is put to bed with her feet elevated for 48 to 72 hours. If bleeding stops, she may resume limited activities. Complete abortion occurs when the woman spontaneously expels all the products of conception. A missed abortion occurs when the fetus has died but remains in the uterus. If the fetus is not expelled spontaneously within 1 month, the pregnancy will be terminated and a D&C performed.

Answer to Question 2

A, D, F
Feedback:
Poor skin turgor, changes in respiratory pattern, and changes in urine volume are possible indicators of fluid and electrolyte imbalances. Increased heart rate, thirst, and a significant difference between intake and output are also indicators.





 

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