2024 ATI Maternal Newborn 2019

Question 1: A nurse is assessing a client who has preeclampsia during a prenatal visit. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider? A. Urine protein of 3+ B. Deep tendon reflexes of 2+ C. Hemoglobin 13 g/dL D. Blood glucose 110 mg/dL Show correct answer and explanation Explanation Answer is: a. Urine protein of 3+ Explanation: • Urine protein of 3+ indicates severe proteinuria, which is a sign of preeclampsia and can lead to kidney damage. The nurse s...

Question 1: A nurse is assessing a client who is at 32 weeks of gestation and is receiving magnesium sulphate via continuous IV infusion. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider? A. Decrease in frequency of contractions B. BP 150/100 mm Hg C. Absent deep tendon reflexes D. Urinary output 35 mL/hr Show correct answer and explanation Explanation Absent deep tendon reflexes are a sign of magnesium toxicity, which can occur with high levels of magnesium ...