At the First Prenatal Visit, a Primiparous Patient with Type

question 211

Multiple Choice

At the first prenatal visit, a primiparous patient with type O negative blood has a negative indirect antiglobulin (IAT) Coombs' test.Which response by the nurse is most accurate when the patient asks what this result means?

• A)"A negative result means that you already are sensitized and you should not receive Rh immune globulin vaccine."
• B)"Your blood cells at this point do not react to antibodies that could cause problems for your baby, but you will need follow-up antibody testing in your last trimester."
• C)"The Coombs' indirect test can identify if your baby has the same blood type as you do.If not, your health-care provider will order more tests to determine if you need a transfusion before delivery."
• D)"This is a routine test screening for antibodies that may cause problems in the newborn, but since you are a universal donor with type O blood, it has no significance for you."

---

Definitions:

Driveshaft Runout

The amount of wobble or deviation from true circular rotation in a driveshaft as it turns.

Dial Indicator

A precision measuring tool used to measure small distances or angles with high accuracy, often used in engineering and machining.

Rear Carrier Torque Arm

A component in a vehicle's suspension system that helps with the alignment and stabilization of the axle.

U-joint Operating Angle

The angle formed between the driveshaft and the components attached at either end, critical for efficient power transmission and minimizing vibrations.