The nurse is caring for a client who has just delivered a newborn following a pregnancy with a placenta previa. The nurse reviews the plan of care and prepares to monitor the client for which of the following risks associated with placenta previa?
1. Hemorrhage
2. Infection
3. Chronic hypertension
4. Disseminated intravascular coagulation
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Rationale: Because the placenta is implanted in the lower uterine segment, which does not con-tain the same intertwining musculature as the fundus of the uterus, this site is more prone to bleeding. The other options are not risks that are specifically related to placenta previa.
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a. accommodation c. pupil shape test b. direct light reflex d. pupil size test
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a. "The learner will be able to verbally explain the need for political action." b. "The panel of experts will have discussed knowledge, assumptions, and cultural values." c. "The participant will understand the material presented." d. "The teacher will distribute and collect evaluation forms."