5 Abruptio Placentae (Placental abruption) NCLEX Style Questions

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Question 1 of 5

A 32-week pregnant client arrives to the emergency department with severe abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding. What condition should the nurse be concerned for?


Question 2 of 5

A 40-week pregnant client arrives to the L&D unit in labor. She admits to using cocaine this morning. The nurse knows this places the client at higher risk for which condition?


Question 3 of 5

A nurse is assessing a pregnant client who is in labor. Which of the following symptoms would be indicative of a possible placental abruption? Select all that apply.


Question 4 of 5

A nurse is assessing a postpartum client who delivered via c-section for a placental abruption. What assessment finding would be the MOST concerning?


Question 5 of 5

A nurse is caring for a 38-week pregnant client. The client is complaining of severe abdominal pain. What is your priority assessment?