Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 76%
Simulated
A 34-week gestation multigravida comes to the clinic for her bimonthly appointment. Which assessment finding should the nurse report to the healthcare provider (HCP)?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
A fundal height of 30 cm at 34 weeks gestation is concerning because it is less than the expected measurement. Fundal height typically corresponds to gestational age in centimeters (±2 cm). A smaller fundal height could indicate intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR), oligohydramnios, or other fetal development issues, which require further evaluation by the healthcare provider.