Physiologic anemia often occurs during pregnancy as a result of

The fetus is establishing iron stores.

Inadequate intake of iron.

Decreased production of erythrocytes (RBC)

Dilution of hemoglobin concentration

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

a.   The fetus establishing iron stores is not a cause of physiologic anemia during pregnancy.
b.   Inadequate intake of iron can contribute to iron-deficiency anemia during pregnancy but is not the cause of physiologic anemia.
c.   Decreased production of erythrocytes (RBC) is not a cause of physiologic anemia during pregnancy.
d.   Dilution of hemoglobin concentration due to increased plasma volume during pregnancy is a cause of physiologic anemia.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

a. Suctioning the mouth during a seizure can increase the risk of injury and is not recommended.
b. The primary duty of the nurse during a seizure is to ensure the safety of the client by staying with them and calling for assistance.
c. Inserting an oral airway during a seizure is not appropriate and can increase the risk of injury.
d. Administering oxygen may be necessary after the seizure has ended, but the primary duty during the seizure is to ensure safety.

A. Assess the odor of the amniotic fluid B. Prepare the client for emergency cesarean section. C. Recheck the client's temperature in 8 hr. D. Administer glucocorticoids intramuscularly.

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

a. An abnormal odor of the amniotic fluid, such as a foul or fishy smell, may indicate infection and is a concern with ruptured membranes and an elevated temperature.
b. This may be necessary if the client has an infection or other complications, but it is not the first action to take.
c. This is not an appropriate action when the client has an elevated temperature and ruptured membranes.
d. Glucocorticoids may be administered to promote fetal lung maturity in preterm labor, but they are not appropriate in this situation.

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Physiologic anemia often occurs during pregnancy as a result of

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A woman with preeclampsia has a seizure. The nurse's primary duty during the seizure is to: Select one:

Correct Answer is B

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A nurse admits a woman who is at 38 weeks of gestation and in early labor with ruptured membranes. The nurse determines that the client's oral temperature is 38.9° C (102° F). Besides notifying the provider, which of the following is an appropriate nursing action?

Correct Answer is A

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