For the client who delivered at 6:30 AM on January 10, Rho(D) immune globulin (RhoGAM) must be administered prior to:
a. 6:30 AM on January 13.
b. 6:30 PM on January 13.
c. 6:30 PM on January 14.
d. 6:30 AM on January 15.
ANS: A
Rho(D) immune globulin (RhoGAM) must be administered within 72 hours after the birth of an Rh-positive infant. 6:30 PM on January 13, 6:30 PM on January 14, and 6:30 AM on January 15 do not fall within the established time frame.
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