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Question 1 of 5

A placenta previa when the placental edge just reaches the internal os is called

A. total.

B. partial.

C. low-lying.

D. marginal.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: marginal.

Question 2 of 5

Rh incompatibility can occur if the patient is Rh-negative and the

A. fetus is Rh-negative.

B. fetus is Rh-positive.

C. father is Rh-positive.

D. father and fetus are both Rh-negative.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: fetus is Rh-positive.

Question 3 of 5

Examination of a newborn in the birth room reveals bilateral cataracts. Which disease process in the maternal history would likely cause this abnormality?

A. Rubella

B. Cytomegalovirus (CMV)

C. Syphilis

D. HIV

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Rubella

Question 4 of 5

A 32-year-old primigravida is admitted with a diagnosis of ectopic pregnancy. Nursing care is based on which of the following?

A. Hemorrhage is the primary concern.

B. She will be unable to conceive in the future.

C. Bed rest and analgesics are the recommended treatment.

D. A D&C will be performed to remove the products of conception.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Hemorrhage is the primary concern.

Question 5 of 5

Which assessment by the nurse would differentiate a placenta previa from an abruptio placentae?

A. Saturated perineal pad in 1 hour

B. Pain level 0 on a scale of 0 to 10

C. Cervical dilation at 2 cm

D. Fetal heart rate at 160 bpm

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Pain level 0 on a scale of 0 to 10

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