You are treating a multigravida female who is not receiving prenatal care. The patient is 42-years-old and is in her third trimester of pregnancy. She admits to using cocaine earlier in the day and throughout her pregnancy. She is currently experiencing a painful, rigid abdomen and signs and symptoms of shock. You should suspect:
A) spontaneous abortion.
B) placenta previa.
C) eclampsia.
D) abruptio placenta.
D
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A. Draw blood samples to evaluate electrolyte levels. B. Draw blood samples to evaluate oxygen saturation. C. Carefully monitor the heart rate and rhythm. D. Provide the patient with oxygen.
Values are based upon _____
A) legislation B) personal choices C) philosophy D) society
Which of the following is not true about authorizations for release of records?
A. Authorizations should be dated. B. Authorizations should identify what information should be released. C. Patient authorizations should be witnessed. D. Authorizations should be in writing. E. All patient authorizations should be witnessed by a notary public.
All of the following lead to an over accumulation of CSF in the brain EXCEPT:
A) increased acidity of CSF. B) overproduction of CSF. C) poor reabsorption of CSF. D) inadequate flow of CSF.