The nurse selects the following diagram to instruct a pregnant client with placenta previa. What should the nurse specifically teach the client about this health problem?
1. The edge of the placenta is covered.
2. The placenta completely covers the internal os.
3. The placenta is implanted with partial covering of the internal os.
4. The placenta is implanted in the lower uterine segment not covering the os.
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Explanation:
1. In a marginal placenta previa, the edge of the placenta is covered.
2. The internal os is completely covered in a complete placenta previa.
3. The internal os is partially covered in a partial placenta previa.
4. In a low-lying placenta previa, the placenta is implanted in the lower uterine segment but does not cover the os.
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