Signs and symptoms that a woman should report immediately to her health care provider include (Select all that apply):
a. Vaginal bleeding.
b. Rupture of membranes.
c. Heartburn accompanied by severe headache.
d. Decreased libido.
e. Urinary frequency.
ANS: A, B, C
Vaginal bleeding, rupture of membranes, and severe headaches all are signs of potential complications in pregnancy. Clients should be advised to report these signs to the health care provider. Decreased libido and urinary frequency are common discomforts of pregnancy that do not require immediate health care interventions.
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