Which Complaint Made by a Client at 35 Weeks of Gestation

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which complaint made by a client at 35 weeks of gestation requires additional assessment?

• A) Abdominal pain
• B) Ankle edema in the afternoon
• C) Backache with prolonged standing
• D) Shortness of breath when climbing stairs

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Definitions:

Desensitization

The diminished emotional responsiveness to a negative, aversive or positive stimulus after repeated exposure to it.

Cognitive Behavior Therapy

A psychotherapeutic approach that addresses dysfunctional emotions, maladaptive behaviors, and cognitive processes through a number of goal-oriented, explicit systematic procedures.

Anxiety Disorders

Class of disorders in which the primary symptom is excessive or unrealistic anxiety.

Depression

A mental health disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest or pleasure in activities.