Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 86%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A client at 38 weeks of gestation experiencing polyhydramniosA nurse is caring for a client who was admitted to the maternity unit at 38 weeks of gestation and who is experiencing polyhydramnios. The nurse should understand that this diagnosis means which of the following?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Polyhydramnios is defined as an excessive amount of amniotic fluid, which can lead to complications like preterm labor or postpartum hemorrhage, often associated with maternal or fetal conditions.