Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 76%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
Client at 29 weeks of gestation with history of anemiaA nurse is reviewing the laboratory results for a client who is at 29 weeks of gestation and has a history of anemia. Which of the following results should the nurse identify and report as an indication of a prenatal complication?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Low hemoglobin (10.2 mg/dL) indicates anemia, which can cause preterm birth or low birth weight, requiring prompt reporting.