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A woman at 37 weeks of gestation with a history of asthma, after a domestic violence episode is admitted into the emergency room unit. She suddenly experiences increased contraction frequency of every 1 to 2 minutes; dark red vaginal bleeding; and a tense, severe abdomen pain. The nurse suspects the onset of
Select one:

Rupture of the uterus.

Placenta previa.

Eclamptic seizure.

Placental abruption.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

a. This is not the correct diagnosis for this situation.

b. This is not the correct diagnosis for this situation.

c. This is not the correct diagnosis for this situation.

d. The sudden onset of increased contraction frequency, dark red vaginal bleeding, and severe abdominal pain are characteristic of placental abruption.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

a. This is not the correct response for this situation.

b. This is not the correct response for this situation.

c. This is not the correct response for this situation.

d. An ultrasound is typically performed prior to an amniocentesis to identify the location of the placenta and fetus to avoid injury during the procedure.

A. Use the barrier method. B. Abstain from sex. C. Use the female condom. D. Use the male condom. E. Use the male condom.

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

a. The barrier method, which includes male and female condoms, diaphragms, and cervical caps, is effective at preventing pregnancy but may not provide adequate protection against sexually transmitted diseases.
b. Abstaining from sex is the only surefire way to prevent both pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases.
c. The female condom can provide some protection against pregnancy, but may not provide adequate protection against sexually transmitted diseases.
d. The male condom can provide some protection against pregnancy, but may not provide adequate protection against sexually transmitted diseases.

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A nurse in a provider's office is caring for a client who is at 36 weeks of gestation and scheduled for an amniocentesis. The client asks why she is having an ultrasound prior to the procedure. Which of the following is an appropriate response by the nurse?

Correct Answer is D

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The nurse is providing sexual education to a group of high school students. What will the nurse explain is the most effective choice of birth control for preventing pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases? Select one:

Correct Answer is B

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