In addition to obtaining vital signs and FHT, what is a priority for the client with placenta previa?
a. Determining cervical dilation
b. Monitoring uterine contractions
c. Estimating blood loss
d. Starting a Pitocin drip
ANS: C
Nursing assessments for the client with placenta previa focus on determining the amount of blood loss. The nurse does not perform vaginal exams on a client with placenta previa because of the risk of perforating the placenta, the client may or may not be experiencing contractions, and induction is not indicated for a client with placenta previa.
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