1. A nurse is caring for a client who is prescribed Rho immune globulin standard
dose IM (Rhogam). The nurse should understand the action of this
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which of the following?
Rhogam prevents the formation of Rh antibodies in mothers who are Rh
negative
1. Fetal movement that is noted by the mother is a very important assessment factor
to determine fetal well- being. If the nurse is to ask the client if she has "felt her baby
move", when is the best time for a primigravid client to note the first fetal activity?
18 - 20 weeks.
1. The nurse is palpating the uterus of a client who is 20 weeks pregnant to measure
fundal height. Identify where the nurse will find the uterine fundus?
At or near the umbilicus
1. A woman asks the nurse: "What protects my baby's umbilical cord from being
pinched while the baby's inside". The nurse's best response is?
"Your baby's umbilical cord is surrounded by connective tissue called
Wharton's Jelly, which prevents compression of the blood vessels and
ensures continued nourishment and oxygen to your baby."
1. A 20 year -old client calls the clinic to report that she has found a lump in her
breast. The nurse's best response to her is which of the following?
"Many women have benign lumps and bumps in their breasts. However to
make sure that it is benign, you should come in for an examination by your
physician"
Activity is an important component of prenatal teaching. Activity that is considered
safe for a client that states she does not participate in any activity or exercise
program at this time would be?
Walking
During her annual gynecologic check up a 17 year-old woman states that recently
she has been experiencing cramping and pain during her menstrual periods. The
nurse would document this complaint as?
Dysmenorrhea
Prenatal testing is done to identify health issues that may interfere with the
developing fetus. Within the first trimester what lab tests are normally obtained?
(select all that apply)
Blood type and Rh factor
Complete blood count (CBC) [Show Less]