The Client at 24 Weeks' Gestation Is Experiencing Painless Vaginal

question 25

Multiple Choice

The client at 24 weeks' gestation is experiencing painless vaginal bleeding after intercourse. The physician has ordered a transvaginal ultrasound examination. Which statements by the client indicate an understanding of why this exam has been requested?
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

• A) "This ultrasound will show the baby's gender."
• B) "This ultrasound might cause the miscarriage of my baby."
• C) "This ultrasound carries a risk of creating a uterine infection."
• D) "This ultrasound can determine the location of my placenta."
• E) "This ultrasound might detect whether the placenta is detaching prematurely."

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