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A woman at 41 weeks’ gestation is progressing well in labor; however, the nurse notes the amniotic fluid is greenish in color. When questioned by the client for the reason for this, which explanation should the nurse provide?

The nurse is preparing a postpartum nursing care plan for a single HIV-positive primigravida client. The nurse should prioritize in the plan how to acquire which resource?

A client at 37 weeks’ gestation presents to the emergency department with a BP 150/108 mm Hg, 1+ pedal edema, 1+ proteinuria, and normal deep tendon reflexes. Which assessment should the nurse prioritize as the client is administered magnesium sulfate IV?

The nurse is assessing a client at 30 weeks’ gestation who reports increased constipation. Which suggestion should the nurse prioritize for this client?

The nurse is assessing a new client who presents in early labor. The nurse determines the fetus has an acceptable heart rate if found within which range?

A 21-year old client arrives at the prenatal clinicat 12 weeks’ gestation and has a positive STI. Which of the following should the nurse be aware of that would indicate the client is at high risk for noncompliance with treatment for the STI?

A nurse is caring for a woman undergoing a trial of labor after cesarean (TOLAC). What signs is the nurse carefully observing for?

A pregnant woman with sickle cell anemia is very concerned her infant will also develop the disease and questions the nurse about that possibility. Which is the best response from the nurse?

When the orders have been verified, the nurse:

When obtaining consent to give an infant a vitamin K injection, what information should the nurse give regarding the need for the injection?