Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 85%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
In a prenatal clinic, a nurse is caring for a group of clients.Which client should the nurse identify as having a contraindication for a contraction stress test?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The correct answer is D: A client who has a previous classical incision. This client has a contraindication for a contraction stress test due to the risk of uterine rupture at the site of the classical incision during labor contractions. The other choices are incorrect because:
A: Gestational diabetes mellitus does not directly contraindicate a contraction stress test.
B: A previous stillbirth is not a direct contraindication for the test.
C: A nonreactive nonstress test may indicate the need for further evaluation but does not contraindicate a contraction stress test.
A: Gestational diabetes mellitus does not directly contraindicate a contraction stress test.
B: A previous stillbirth is not a direct contraindication for the test.
C: A nonreactive nonstress test may indicate the need for further evaluation but does not contraindicate a contraction stress test.