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Practice Question

A nurse in a provider’s office is caring for a client who is at 34 weeks of gestation and at risk for placental abruption. The nurse should recognize that which of the following is the most common risk factor for abruption?

Answer Choices:

Correct Answer:

Hypertension

Rationale:

🖊️ Hypertension is the most common risk factor for placental abruption, due to the pressure exerted on the placental vasculature.

🖊️ This causes premature separation of the placenta and can lead to fetal and maternal distress.

🖊️ Cocaine use and trauma are significant risks but are less common.

🖊️ Smoking is a contributing factor but not the primary cause.

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  • Category: RN - Nursing Exam(s)
  • Subcategory: ATI Exams
  • Domain: ATI CAPSTONE
  • Answer Choices: 4
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