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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is assessing the laboring client who is morbidly obese. The nurse is unable to determine the fetal position. Which action should be performed by the nurse to obtain the most accurate method of determining fetal position in this client?

A. Inspect the client's abdomen.

B. Palpate the client's abdomen.

C. Perform a vaginal examination.

D. Perform transabdominal ultrasound.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Perform transabdominal ultrasound.

Question 2 of 5

Before teaching the client about the nutritional needs during pregnancy, which nursing intervention is most appropriate?

A. Determine if the client needs to gain or lose weight.

B. Assess the client's current eating pattern and preferences.

C. Determine if the client knows how to accurately count calories.

D. Develop a sample menu that includes the required nutrients.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Assess the client's current eating pattern and preferences.

Question 3 of 5

Which assessment finding best represents a positive sign of pregnancy?

A. Palpable fetal outline

B. Blotchy tan facial skin

C. Positive pregnancy test

D. Fetal heartbeat

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Fetal heartbeat

Question 4 of 5

The client who is actively bleeding due to a spontaneous abortion asks the nurse why this is happening. The nurse advises the client that the majority of first-trimester losses are related to which problem?

A. Cervical incompetence

B. Chronic maternal disease

C. Poor implantation

D. Chromosomal abnormalities

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Chromosomal abnormalities

Question 5 of 5

Which cultural consideration should the nurse include in prenatal education?

A. Respect client's dietary preferences and beliefs

B. Ignore cultural practices

C. Standardize all education materials

D. Avoid discussing family roles

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Respect client's dietary preferences and beliefs

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