The client at 32 weeks' gestation slipped on the ice and fell, and landed on her abdomen and outstretched arms. She has a broken left wrist that is splinted. She is in the obstetrical triage unit to assess fetal wellbeing
Which statement should the nurse include when explaining procedures to the client? A. "It's very rare for the pregnancy to be affected when you land on your abdomen."
B. "Since your wrist is broken, there is a danger that the uterus has ruptured."
C. "Advanced pregnancy affects balance, which can lead to more falls on slippery surfaces like ice."
D. "We'll just take your vital signs, then you'll return to the orthopedist."
C
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Everything will be OK if I deliver now." After teaching the patient about fetal development, the nurse will know her teaching is effective if the patient makes which of the following statements? 1) "The baby's lungs are well developed now, but he will be at increased risk for sudden infant death syndrome if I deliver early." 2) "We should try to stop this labor now because the baby will be born with sleep apnea if I deliver this early." 3) "If I deliver this early my baby is at risk for respiratory distress syndrome, a condition that can be life threatening." 4) "Thanks for reassuring me; I was pretty sure there isn't much risk to the baby this far along in my pregnancy."
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