What Is the Highest Priority Nursing Intervention When Admitting a Pregnant

question 17

Multiple Choice

What is the highest priority nursing intervention when admitting a pregnant woman who has experienced a bleeding episode in late pregnancy?

• A) Assessing FHR and maternal vital signs
• B) Performing a venipuncture for hemoglobin and hematocrit levels
• C) Placing clean disposable pads to collect any drainage
• D) Monitoring uterine contractions

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Definitions:

Malpighian Tubules

Excretory tubes uniquely found in the digestive system of insects and arachnids, serving to remove waste products from the blood.

Major Nitrogenous Waste

The primary form of nitrogen excreted by organisms, which varies among species (urea in mammals, uric acid in birds and reptiles, and ammonia in aquatic organisms).

Annelids

A phylum of segmented worms that includes earthworms and leeches, characterized by their segmented bodies and presence in diverse habitats.

Nitrogenous Waste

Waste products containing nitrogen, such as ammonia, urea, and uric acid, produced by the metabolism of proteins and nucleic acids.