Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 75%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A client who is experiencing preterm laborA nurse is assisting with the care of a client who is experiencing preterm labor and is scheduled to undergo amniocentesis. The client needs an amniocentesis to determine which of the following findings?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The primary reason for amniocentesis in preterm labor is to assess fetal lung maturity and determine whether steroids or other interventions are needed.