A Woman at 39 Weeks of Gestation with a History

question 18

Multiple Choice

A woman at 39 weeks of gestation with a history of preeclampsia is admitted to the labor and birth unit.She suddenly experiences increased contraction frequency of every 1 to 2 minutes; dark red vaginal bleeding; and a tense,painful abdomen.The nurse suspects the onset of:

• A) eclamptic seizure.
• B) rupture of the uterus.
• C) placenta previa.
• D) placental abruption.

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Definitions:

Sensorimotor Stages

The initial phase of cognitive development according to Jean Piaget, where infants learn through interacting with their environment using their senses and motor actions.

Interesting Events

Occurrences or activities that attract attention due to their appealing, unusual, or exciting qualities.

Grasp

The ability to seize, hold, or grip something with one's hand or hands.

Hold

To maintain possession, control, or position of something, often implying a degree of steadiness or resistance.