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    ATI Maternity Proctored Exam
    Select All That Apply

    Scenario: A nurse is caring for a 27-year-old female client in the clinic who is presumptively pregnant. Exhibits The nurse reviews the client's laboratory results. The nurse understands that the client is most likely experiencing which condition? Select all that apply.

    Explanation & Rationale

    Choice B rationale: Pre-eclampsia is characterized by high blood pressure and protein in the urine after 20 weeks of pregnancy. The client's urine protein is negative, and she is only presumptively pregnant at this stage, making pre-eclampsia unlikely. Choice C rationale: The detection of Gonorrhea in the client's urine sample indicates an active infection. Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection that can cause symptoms such as vaginal discharge, burning with urination, and increased urinary frequency, which the client is experiencing. Choice D rationale: Pyelonephritis, a severe urinary tract infection, is indicated by the presence of many bacteria and positive nitrites in the urine, along with symptoms like fever and flank pain. The client’s urine test results and symptoms suggest pyelonephritis.

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