A nurse is caring for a client who is at 20 weeks of gestation and has trichomoniasis.
Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

Rationale:

A. Instructing the client about an autopsy is not the immediate priority and may not be appropriate at this sensitive time.

B. Informing the client about the law regarding naming the fetus is not a priority and may add unnecessary stress to the situation.

C. Providing photos of the fetus is the most appropriate action since it minimzes the trauma to the mother while providing closures.

D. Limiting the amount of time the fetus is in the client's room is not appropriate as when the mother needs more time with the fetus, she hsould be allowed to provide for closure

Leukocytosis: Indication of Worsening Condition - Leukocytosis, an increase in white blood cell count, may indicate an exacerbation of the deep vein thrombosis or the development of an infection.

Redness in the extremity: Indication of Worsening Condition - Redness in the extremity suggests inflammation or worsening of the deep vein thrombosis.

Scant lochia rubra: Indication of Improving Condition - Scant lochia rubra indicates a decrease in postpartum bleeding, which is a positive sign.

Increased warmth in the extremity: Indication of Worsening Condition - Increased warmth in the extremity suggests increased inflammation and may indicate progression of the deep vein thrombosis.

Tachycardia: Indication of Worsening Condition - Tachycardia, an elevated heart rate, can be a sign of worsening condition, possibly due to complications such as pulmonary embolism.

Decreased extremity edema: Indication of Improving Condition - Decreased extremity edema suggests reduced swelling, which is a positive sign indicating improvement in circulation and reduction of fluid accumulation in the affected limb.