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A client is to receive indomethacin as tocolytic therapy. Which of the following laboratory tests would the nurse expect to be performed as a baseline? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Complete blood count
  B) Serum creatinine level
  C) Liver function tests
  D) Amniotic fluid index
  E) Blood glucose level

Question 2

A client is admitted for tocolytic therapy for preterm labor. The client states, I'm so afraid that I'm so early. Is my baby okay? What if the drug doesn't help?
 
  Based on the client's statement, the nurse would identify which nursing diagnosis as the priority?
 
  A) Anxiety
  B) Risk for Injury
  C) Impaired Gas Exchange
  D) Excess Fluid Volume



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Answer to Question 1

Ans: A, B, C, D
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Baseline laboratory testing includes a complete blood count, creatinine level, liver function tests, and amniotic fluid index. Blood glucose level may be done if diabetes is suspected or confirmed.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: A
Feedback:
Based on the client's statements, the nurse would identify Anxiety as the priority nursing diagnosis because of the client's stated concern for her fetus and cessation of labor. Risk for Injury and Excess Fluid Volume would be more appropriate for a client receiving oxytocin. Impaired Gas Exchange would be appropriate if the client was experiencing adverse reactions related to the tocolytic.





 

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