Which woman is most at risk for a uterine rupture?
a. A gravida 3 who has had two low-segment transverse cesarean births
b. A gravida 2 who had a low-segment vertical incision for delivery of a 10-lb infant
c. A gravida 5 who had two vaginal births and two cesarean births
d. A gravida 4 who had a classic cesarean incision
D
The classic cesarean incision is made into the upper uterine segment. This part of the uterus contracts forcefully during labor, and an incision in this area may rupture in subsequent pregnancies.
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1. Work at least 40 hours per week. 2. Have been employed for at least 1 month. 3. Work for a company with fewer than 50 employees. 4. Furnish a physician's statement that verifies the need.
According to Piaget, the individual assimilates and accommodates new information during this period
A) Birth B) Organization C) Assimilation D) Adaptation
Describe the difference between acute and chronic illness.
What will be an ideal response?
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1. "Take with coffee to increase the effect of the drug." 2. "Dissolve in water and increase fluid intake." 3. "Decrease fluid intake." 4. "Chew tablets."