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A preterm labor client at 30 weeks' gestation reported rupture of membranes 4 hours ago. This was confirmed on examination. The nurse prepares to administer IM dexamethasone. When the client asks why she is receiving the drug, the nurse replies:

A.

To help stop your labor contractions.

B.

To prevent an infection in your uterus.

C.

To help mature your baby's lungs.

D.

To decrease the pain from the contractions.

E.

To decrease the pain from the contractions.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

Choice A rationale

Dexamethasone does not directly stop labor contractions; instead, it is used to enhance fetal lung maturity.

 

Choice B rationale

Dexamethasone is not for infection prevention; antibiotics are used for that purpose in cases of premature rupture of membranes.

 

Choice C rationale

Dexamethasone is administered to enhance fetal lung maturity, reducing the risk of respiratory distress syndrome in preterm infants.

 

Choice D rationale

Dexamethasone is not used for pain relief in preterm labor; other medications are prescribed for pain management.


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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Choice A rationale

Labor dystocia involves prolonged labor. Her fast delivery history suggests the opposite, indicating rapid labor progress.

Choice B rationale

Rapid labor progression, frequent contractions, and previous short labors suggest she is at risk for precipitous labor, requiring immediate preparation for delivery.

Choice C rationale

Cephalopelvic disproportion indicates size mismatch between baby and pelvis, not rapid labor. Her history of quick deliveries does not align with this condition.

Choice D rationale

False labor typically involves irregular, less intense contractions. Her regular, intense contractions and labor history suggest active labor, not false labor.

Correct Answer is ["A","B","D"]

Explanation

Choice A rationale

Petechiae, small red or purple spots on the skin, indicate a low platelet count, which is a component of HELLP syndrome.

Choice B rationale

Jaundice, a yellowing of the skin and eyes, suggests liver involvement and hemolysis, both of which are features of HELLP syndrome.

Choice C rationale

4+ deep tendon reflexes are associated with severe pre-eclampsia but are not specific to HELLP syndrome.

Choice D rationale

3+ pitting edema, severe fluid retention causing swelling, can be a sign of HELLP syndrome, indicating liver or kidney involvement. .

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