A perinatal nurse is aware that which of the following fetal conditions places a woman at risk for oligohydramnios? (Select all that apply.)
A.
Fetal renal abnormalities
B.
Maternal diabetes
C.
Multiple gestations
D.
Poor placental perfusion
E.
Premature rupture of membranes
ANS: A, D, E
Conditions that increase the risk of oligohydramnios include fetal renal abnormalities, poor placental perfusion, and premature rupture of membranes. Maternal diabetes and multiple gestation are risk factors for (poly)hydramnios.
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