Midseptum - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

A pregnant client at 32 weeks' gestation is treated with magnesium sulfate for seizure management. The nurse assesses which of the following for evidence of magnesium toxicity? frequency of micturition absence of knee jerk response increased blood pressure increased rate of respiration correct answers absence of knee jerk response A 32-year-old gravida 3 para 2 at 36 weeks' gestation comes to the obstetric department reporting abdominal pain. Her blood pressure is 164/90 mm Hg, her ...

1. A pregnant woman is admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of placenta previa. Which of the following would be the priority for this woman on admission? A) Performing a vaginal examination to assess the extent of bleeding. B) Helping the woman remain ambulatory to reduce bleeding. C) Assessing fetal heart tones by use of an external monitor. D) Assessing uterine contractions by an internal pressure gauge. Ans: C Client Needs: D-4: Nursing process Cognitive Level: Application Diffi...