Which of the following fetal dysrhythmias may be related to maternal hyperthyroidism?

A. Sinus tachycardia
B. Premature atrial contractions (PACs)
C. Third-degree heart block


Answer: B. Premature atrial contractions (PACs)

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A. inadequate prenatal care. B. anxiety and depression. C. excessive weight gain. D. an immature reproductive system.

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The federal agency in the U.S. that currently offers support for nursing research is the National Center for Nursing Research

A) True B) False

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A client is diagnosed with rhabdomyolysis. The nurse realizes that an emergency condition that may occur with this diagnosis would be:

1. shortness of breath. 2. joint aches. 3. pulmonary hemorrhage. 4. compartment syndrome.

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Aldosterone antagonist drugs work to lower blood pressure by which mechanism of action?

1. Blocking the formation of renin in the RAAS pathway 2. Blocking receptors for aldosterone in the kidneys 3. Blocking receptors for aldosterone in the adrenal glands 4. Blocking the AT1 receptors in the RAAS pathway

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