Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 76%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
NoneA nurse is reinforcing teaching of a newly licensed nurse about hyperemesis gravidarum. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates the reinforced teaching was effective?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Elevated hCG levels contribute to hyperemesis gravidarum, causing severe nausea and vomiting. Decreased saliva, gastric secretions, or second-trimester onset are incorrect.