A Woman Who Is 18 Weeks Pregnant Is Diagnosed with Isoimmunization

question 69

Multiple Choice

A woman who is 18 weeks pregnant is diagnosed with isoimmunization. The nurse should know that:

• A)No treatment is necessary.
• B)No treatment is available until the infant is born.
• C)Fetal transfusion may be required.
• D)Administration of Rho immune globulin is indicated.

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Definitions:

Population Age Structure Diagrams

Population age structure diagrams, also known as population pyramids, visually represent the age and sex distribution of a population, providing insights into birth rates, death rates, and life expectancy.

Death Rates

The number of deaths per unit, usually 1,000 or 100,000, of the population in a specified area or group.

Stable Population

A population size that remains consistently within a small range, indicating a balance between birth rates and death rates.

Canadian Residents

Individuals who legally reside in Canada, including citizens, permanent residents, and certain temporary residents.