A multigravida client with suspected abruptio placentae is admitted in active labor. Which nursing diagnoses should the nurse identify as appropriate for this client? Select all that apply
1. Anxiety related to concern for own safety
2. Ineffective Coping related to premature birth
3. Fluid Volume, Risk for Deficit, related to hypovolemia
4. Tissue Perfusion, Risk for Altered, related to blood loss
5. Knowledge Deficit related to lack of information about inherited genetic defects
1, 3, 4
Explanation:
1. Abruptio placentae can cause anxiety for both the client and fetus.
2. There is no information regarding the gestational age of this client. The fetus may not be premature.
3. Maternal mortality and perinatal fetal mortality are concerns due to blood loss.
4. Maternal mortality and perinatal fetal mortality are concerns due to hypoxia.
5. Abruptio placentae is a premature separation of the placenta, not a genetic abnormality.
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