A client taking menotropins and human chorionic gonadotropin who experiences indications of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome should be:
a. told to rest in bed. c. reassured that this is common.
b. hospitalized. d. given uterine relaxants.
ANS: B
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A Incorrect: More immediate action is needed.
B Correct: Ovarian hyperstimulation is cause for immediate hospitalization.
C Incorrect: This is not common and is cause for immediate hospitalization.
D Incorrect: Ovarian hyperstimulation is not treated with uterine relaxants.
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