A pregnant client diagnosed with hydramnios asks for more information about this health problem. What should the nurse include in this teaching? Select all that apply
1. The exact cause is unknown.
2. It can cause shortness of breath and edema.
3. It can be associated with maternal diabetes.
4. It occurs in large-for-gestational-age infants.
5. It is associated with renal malformation or dysfunction.
1, 2, 3
Explanation:
1. The exact cause of hydramnios is unknown.
2. Hydramnios can cause maternal shortness of breath and edema.
3. Hydramnios is associated with maternal diabetes.
4. Hydramnios is not associated with large-for-gestational-age infants.
5. Renal malformation or dysfunction and postmaturity can cause oligohydramnios.
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