A nurse is reviewing the laboratory data for a client who is at her first prenatal visit. The client is at 10 weeks of gestation. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse report to the provider?

2+ ketonuria

1.030 urine specific gravity

Hct 38%

Fasting blood glucose 70 mg/dL

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A.   2+ ketonuria indicates an elevated level of ketones in the urine, which can be a sign of inadequate nutrition or metabolism. This should be reported to the provider for further evaluation.
B.   A urine specific gravity of 1.030 is within normal range during pregnancy.
C.   A hematocrit (Hct) of 38% is within the normal range for a pregnant individual.
D.   A fasting blood glucose level of 70 mg/dL is within the normal range.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Among the options listed, the intrauterine device (IUD) has the lowest failure rate. IUDs are highly effective at preventing pregnancy with a failure rate of less than 1%.
B. Oral contraceptives have a higher failure rate compared to IUDs.
C. The contraceptive sponge has a higher failure rate compared to IUDs.
D. The diaphragm has a higher failure rate compared to IUDs.

A. Positive Homans' sign B. Full, firm breasts C. Firm fundus at midline D. Lochia serosa

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Homans' sign is a test for deep vein thrombosis and is not a normal postpartum finding.
B. Full, firm breasts typically occur a few days after delivery when milk production begins, not at 20 hours postpartum.
C. A firm fundus at the midline is an expected finding in the immediate postpartum period, indicating that the uterus is contracting and involuting properly.
D. Lochia serosa (pinkish-brown discharge) is a normal finding around 3 to 10 days postpartum, but it is not typically present at 20 hours postpartum.

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