The Client Who Is 40 Weeks Pregnant Complains of a Sense

question 24

Multiple Choice

The client who is 40 weeks pregnant complains of a sense of weakness and dizziness when she lies on her back. The nurse assesses this as an indication of:

• A) Supine hypotension
• B) Orthostatic hypotension
• C) Gestational hypertension
• D) Pseudoanemia

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Definitions:

Seasonal Affective Disorder

A type of depression that occurs at the same time each year, often during fall or winter months when there is less natural sunlight.

Depression

A mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest, affecting how one feels, thinks, and handles daily activities.

Sleep Apnea

A sleep disorder characterized by pauses in breathing or periods of shallow breathing during sleep, often leading to disrupted sleep and other health issues.

REM Paralysis

A natural state during REM (Rapid Eye Movement) sleep where the body is immobilized, thought to prevent the sleeper from acting out dreams.