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Signs and Symptoms ( 4 Questions)
A nurse is assessing a pregnant client who is at risk for pre-term labor.
Which sign or symptom should the nurse prioritize when determining the need for immediate intervention?
This is a sign of preterm labor, which is labor that begins before 37 weeks of pregnancy.
Preterm labor can lead to premature birth and complications for the baby.
Low back pain lasting for 15 minutes is not a specific sign of preterm labor.
It could be caused by other factors, such as posture, muscle strain, or kidney infection.
A change in vaginal discharge with a mild increase in amount is not a sign of preterm labor.
It is normal for pregnant women to have some vaginal discharge throughout pregnancy.
However, if the discharge is watery, bloody, or has a foul odor, it could indicate a problem and should be reported to the provider.
Decreased fetal movement is not a sign of preterm labor.
It could be a sign of fetal distress or other complications.
Pregnant women should monitor their baby’s movements daily and contact their provider if they notice any changes or concerns.
Regular uterine contractions occurring every 20 minutes. This is a sign of preterm labor, which is labor that begins before 37 weeks of pregnancy.
Preterm labor can lead to premature birth and complications for the baby.
Choice B is wrong because low back pain lasting for 15 minutes is not a specific sign of preterm labor.
It could be caused by other factors, such as posture, muscle strain, or kidney infection.
Choice C is wrong because a change in vaginal discharge with a mild increase in amount is not a sign of preterm labor.
It is normal for pregnant women to have some vaginal discharge throughout pregnancy.
However, if the discharge is watery, bloody, or has a foul odor, it could indicate a problem and should be reported to the provider.
Choice D is wrong because decreased fetal movement is not a sign of preterm labor.
It could be a sign of fetal distress or other complications.
Pregnant women should monitor their baby’s movements daily and contact their provider if they notice any changes or concerns.