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Which of the following signs or symptoms may indicate false labor in a patient?

A.

Contractions that stop or decrease with activity

B.

Progressive dilation and effacement of the cervix

C.

Regular and increasing contractions

D.

Lower back pain and pressure

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A. Contractions that stop or decrease with activity: False labor contractions (Braxton Hicks) often subside with rest or a change in activity.

B. Progressive dilation and effacement of the cervix: This is a hallmark of true labor, not false labor.

C. Regular and increasing contractions: True labor contractions occur regularly, intensify, and increase in frequency and duration.

D. Lower back pain and pressure: Often associated with true labor, although some false labor contractions may also cause discomfort.

 


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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. An external fetal monitor will be used to monitor the FHR: Nonstress tests (NST) monitor the fetal heart rate (FHR) in response to fetal movements using external monitors.

B. The client will receive an ultrasound prior to the test: An ultrasound is not part of the standard procedure for an NST.

C. An IV will be initiated prior to the test: An IV is unnecessary; the test is noninvasive.

D. The client will be asked to stimulate her nipples for 5 min during the test: Nipple stimulation is part of a contraction stress test, not an NST.

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Excessive uterine enlargement: Uterine size is often larger than expected for gestational age due to abnormal tissue growth and fluid accumulation.

B. Whitish vaginal discharge: Not associated with hydatidiform mole.

C. Fetal heart rate irregularities: Hydatidiform mole typically lacks a viable fetus, so no fetal heart rate is detected.

D. Rapidly dropping human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) levels: hCG levels are elevated in hydatidiform mole, not dropping.

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