A pregnant client is scheduled for a transabdominal cerclage. What teaching information should the nurse prepare for this client? Select all that apply
1. Cesarean section birth
2. Preoperative laparotomy
3. Potential for hydramnios
4. Risk for abruptio placentae
5. Premature rupture of membranes
1, 2
Explanation:
1. Transabdominal cerclage placement typically results in a cesarean section birth.
2. Transabdominal cerclage placement requires a laparotomy for placement and removal.
3. Transabdominal cerclage placement does not increase the risk for hydramnios.
4. Transabdominal cerclage placement does not increase the risk for abruptio placentae.
5. Transabdominal cerclage placement does not increase the risk for premature rupture of membranes.
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