Practical nurse working today in obstetric care clinic

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You are a licensed practical nurse working today in the obstetric care clinic. You have been interacting with Norma. While she is on the phone visiting with you her electronic medical record is accessed and you review her birth plan. Norma is a 19 year-old, G1P0 at 39 weeks gestation. Her pregnancy to date has been uneventful. Norma prides herself on having taken very good care of herself during the pregnancy. Norma is five feet three inches tall and weighs 138 pounds, having gained 22 pounds during the pregnancy. Norma calls her care provider and you answer the phone. She tells you that she has been having swelling in her hands and feet the past 3 days and has a headache that just doesn't seem to go away. When asked Norma tells you that the baby is active. Norma denies having contractions or cramping. Norma has planned a hospital delivery with her mother, significant other and physician present.

Case Study Questions

1. List three questions the nurse should ask Norma when she initially called the office to visit with you about her new concerns.

2. When should Norma be instructed to come to the hospital or clinic for her concerns?

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