Test Bank - Essentials of Maternity, Newborn, and Women's Health Nursing (4th Edition) Chapter 19: Nursing Management of Pregnancy at Risk- Pregnancy

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1. After teaching a woman who has had an evacuation for a hydatidiform mole (molar pregnancy) about her condition, which of the following statements indicates that the nurses teaching was successful? ... A) I will be sure to avoid getting pregnant for at least 1 year. B) My intake of iron will have to be closely monitored for 6 months. C) My blood pressure will continue to be increased for about 6 more months. D) I won't use my birth control pills for at least a year or two. Answer: A Explanation: As a result of the increased risk for cancer, the client is advised to receive extensive follow-up therapy for the next 12 months. Strong recommendation to avoid pregnancy for 1 year because the pregnancy can interfere with the monitoring of hCG levels. Use of a reliable contraceptive for at least 1 year. [Show More]

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