The nurse is assisting with the design of a study to analyze changes in maternal mortality. What should the nurse keep in mind when planning the design? Select all that apply
1. The marital status of maternity clients
2. The use of hospitals by maternity clients
3. The prevention of infection with antibiotics
4. The availability of blood products for transfusions
5. The establishment of care centers for high-risk mothers
2, 3, 4, 5
Explanation:
1. The marital status of maternity clients would contribute to a study about infant mortality.
2. Factors influencing maternal mortality include the increased use of hospitals by maternity clients.
3. Factors influencing maternal mortality include the prevention infection with antibiotics.
4. Factors influencing maternal mortality include the availability of blood products for transfusions.
5. Factors influencing maternal mortality include the establishment of care centers for high-risk mothers.
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