A multiple-gestation client has just had her first biophysical profile (BPP) of 8 at 33 weeks' gestation. When would she return for the next BPP?
1. In 1–2 weeks
2. In 3–4 weeks
3. In 5–6 weeks
4. In 7–8 weeks
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Rationale:
1. A BPP of 8 is reassuring, and follow-up normally occurs in 1–2 weeks. The other time frames are not frequent enough.
2. A BPP of 8 is reassuring, and follow-up normally occurs in 1–2 weeks. Returning in 3–4 weeks is not soon enough.
3. A BPP of 8 is reassuring, and follow-up normally occurs in 1–2 weeks. Returning in 5–6 weeks is not soon enough.
4. A BPP of 8 is reassuring, and follow-up normally occurs in 1–2 weeks. Returning in 7–8 weeks is not soon enough.
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