A pregnant client complains of morning sickness. Which assessment finding may indicate a possible developing complication?
a. Trace glucose in the urine c. FHT 155
b. 1+ ketones in the urine d. Maternal pulse 90
B
1+ ketones in the urine is an indication of the possible development of gestational diabetes. Trace glucose in the urine may be an issue but not the highest priority. FHT 155 is within the normal range of 120 to 160 for the fetal heart rate. Also, maternal pulse 90 is within the normal range of 60 to 100 heart rate for an adult.
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