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A pregnant patient is asking about the risks of smoking during pregnancy. Which of the following is the most appropriate response by the nurse?
Expert Explanatory Rationale
Correct Answer: Smoking increases the risk of premature birth, low birth weight, and developmental delays.
A 32-week pregnant woman is admitted to the hospital in preterm labor. What is the most appropriate intervention to delay delivery?
Expert Explanatory Rationale
Correct Answer: Give magnesium sulfate to inhibit uterine contractions
The nurse is caring for a 14-year-old patient who is 32 weeks pregnant. After complaining of genital sores and discomfort, the patient tests positive for syphilis. The fetus is at increased risk of which condition?
Expert Explanatory Rationale
Correct Answer: Blindness
A pregnant patient is at 32 weeks gestation and complains of shortness of breath, swelling of the hands, and increased weight gain. What is the nurse's priority action?
Expert Explanatory Rationale
Correct Answer: Assess the patient's blood pressure and check for protein in the urine.
A nurse is educating a birthing person about the benefits of skin-to-skin contact with their newborn immediately after birth. The nurse explains that this practice has numerous advantages. Which of the following benefits is NOT typically associated with skin-to-skin contact?
Expert Explanatory Rationale
Correct Answer: accelerated uterine involution for the birthing person
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