A Patient Recently Learned That She Is Pregnant and Would $\alpha$

question 188

Multiple Choice

A patient recently learned that she is pregnant and would like to set up an appointment to have blood drawn for screening of various markers related to birth defects, including $\alpha$ ₁-fetoprotein.In scheduling this appointment, the nurse should recall that the optimal weeks of gestation for conducting this test are which of the following?

• A)12 to 14 weeks
• B)16 to 18 weeks
• C)20 to 22 weeks
• D)24 to 26 weeks

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Definitions:

Critical Thinking

The objective analysis and evaluation of an issue in order to form a judgment.

Problem Solving

The process of identifying a problem, finding and evaluating possible solutions, and implementing an action.

Communicating

The process of conveying information or expressing ideas and feelings through verbal or nonverbal means to someone else.

Difficult Patient

A term that describes individuals who may be challenging to manage or treat in a healthcare setting, often due to communication barriers, non-compliance, or behavioral issues.