The Nurse Auscultates a Functional Systolic Murmur,grade II/IV,on a Woman

question 25

Multiple Choice

The nurse auscultates a functional systolic murmur,grade II/IV,on a woman in week 30 of her pregnancy.The remainder of her physical assessment is within normal limits.The nurse would:

• A)consider this an abnormal finding and refer her for additional consultation.
• B)ask the woman to run in place and then assess for an increase in intensity of the murmur.
• C)know that this is a normal finding resulting from the increase in blood volume during pregnancy.
• D)ask the woman to restrict her activities and return to the clinic in 1 week for re-evaluation.

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Definitions:

Sharp Pain

A distinct, intense, and often sudden pain sensation that can be clearly pinpointed to a specific location.

Dull Pain

A persistent, often less intense form of pain that might not have a specific, identifiable cause.

Vertebral Fractures

Breaks or cracks in the vertebrae, which are the bones of the spine, often caused by osteoporosis or injury.

Osteoporosis

A condition characterized by reduced bone density and quality, increasing fracture risk due to diminished bone strength.