ATI Maternal Newborn Proctored Exam
Select All That Apply
A nurse is caring for a client at 28 weeks of gestation who has a blood pressure reading of 162/108 mm Hg, and 4 hours previously it was 148/98 mm Hg. Which of the following orders should the nurse anticipate receiving? (Select all that apply))
Explanation & Rationale
Choice A rationaleCBC will detect abnormalities such as anemia or infection, which may correlate with preeclampsia or HELLP syndrome.Choice B rationaleElevated AST and ALT levels indicate liver damage, a potential sign of severe preeclampsia or HELLP syndrome.Choice C rationaleSerum creatinine helps assess kidney function, as preeclampsia can impair renal perfusion leading to elevated levels.Choice D rationaleFetal ultrasound assesses fetal growth, amniotic fluid volume, and placental function, critical in monitoring preeclampsia.
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