A nurse is conducting a preconception class for a group of parents who are anticipating having children. Which client(s) should the nurse refer for genetic counseling? (Select all that apply)

A primipara presents to the perinatal unit describing rupture of the membranes (ROM) occurring 12 hours prior to coming to the hospital. An oxytocin infusion is begun, and 8 hours later the client’s contractions are irregular and mild. Based on this data, the nurse plans to monitor which sign more frequently than for the average laboring client?

A client receiving a solution of magnesium sulfate suddenly develops right upper quadrant pain. After reviewing abnormal laboratory results, what action should the nurse implement? (Select all that apply)

A primigravida client with gestational hypertension and a Bishop score of 3 is scheduled for induction of labor. The nurse administers misoprostol at 0700, then observes regular contractions with cervical changes at 0900. Which action should the nurse take?

A 26-week gestational primigravida who is carrying twins is seen in the clinic today. Her fundal height is measured at 29 cm. Based on these findings, which action should the nurse implement?

A nurse is caring for a primiparous client in the postpartum unit. The client was induced at 41 weeks gestation with misoprostol and oxytocin and gave birth vaginally 4 days ago. She was discharged home on day two with her newborn and has been breastfeeding around the clock. She called her healthcare provider this morning with fatigue, new-onset headache, nausea, dizziness, weakness, and seeing "flashing lights."

Exhibits:

The nurse reviews the client's history, physical, and flow sheet to determine the cause of the client's symptoms. Highlight the information from the history, physical, and flow sheet that require further evaluation. Select all that apply.

The nurse observes a fetal heart rate pattern on the monitor: baseline 160 beats per minute with minimal variability, a decrease to 150 beats per minute beginning after the contraction starts and returns to baseline after the contraction ends. Which finding should the nurse document in the electronic medical record?

One day after vaginal delivery of a full-term baby, a postpartum client’s white blood cell (WBC) count is 15,000/mm³ (15 x 10⁹/L). Which action should the nurse take first?

A client in the third trimester of pregnancy is troubled by frequent nasal stuffiness and occasional nosebleeds. Her chest circumference has increased by 5 cm during the pregnancy, and she uses thoracic breathing. Her diaphragm is elevated and she has an increased costal angle. Which intervention should the nurse implement?

After two miscarriages, a client is instructed to increase her daily intake of foods that includes folic acid. The client does not like green leafy vegetables and states she is allergic to soy. Which food should the nurse suggest that the client eat to obtain folic acid?

The nurse is performing a newborn assessment. Which symptom, if present in a newborn, would indicate respiratory distress?