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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is educating a client about complications of pregnancy. Which symptom requires immediate medical attention?

A. Mild swelling in the feet.
B. Heartburn after eating.
C. Severe headache and visual disturbances.
D. Frequent urination.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Severe headache and visual disturbances.

Question 2 of 5

What serum laboratory reports would the nurse expect in a bulimic client?

A. Potassium 3.0 mEq/L.
B. Bicarbonate 30 mmol/L.
C. Platelet count 450,000 cells/mm3.
D. Hemoglobin A1C 9%.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Potassium 3.0 mEq/L.

Question 3 of 5

A client at 32 weeks' gestation is experiencing preterm labor. What is the primary goal of tocolytic therapy?

A. To prevent fetal hypoxia.
B. To delay delivery and improve fetal lung maturity.
C. To reduce maternal blood pressure.
D. To increase uteroplacental blood flow.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: To delay delivery and improve fetal lung maturity.

Question 4 of 5

Most newborns receive a prophylactic injection of vitamin K soon after birth. Which site is appropriate for the newborn?

A. Gluteal muscles
B. Rectus femoris muscle
C. Deltoid muscle
D. Vastus lateralis muscle

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Vastus lateralis muscle

Question 5 of 5

Which finding would lead the nurse to suspect toxic shock syndrome related to tampon use?

A. Diffuse rash with fever.
B. Angina.
C. Hypertension.
D. Thrombocytopenia with pallor.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Diffuse rash with fever.

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