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    ATI Maternal Newborn Proctored Exam

    A nurse has received a change-of-shift report for four clients. Which of the following clients should the nurse identify as being at the highest risk for a complication of pregnancy?

    Explanation & Rationale

    Choice A rationaleChronic hypertension increases the risk of complications but is not necessarily the highest risk compared to elevated blood pressure and obesity combined in pregnancy.Choice B rationaleElevated blood pressure and a high BMI significantly increase the risk for complications like preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, and preterm birth in pregnancy.Choice C rationaleA 16-year-old pregnant client is at risk due to age, but not as high as the compounded risks of hypertension and obesity.Choice D rationaleA history of fetal demise increases risk, but current elevated blood pressure and high BMI in an older client present higher immediate pregnancy complication risks.

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