Question

A client is diagnosed with placenta previa. The nurse plans care with the understanding that which is associated with placenta previa?

1. The placenta is implanted in the lower uterine segment.

2. The greatest risk associated with this condition is chronic hypertension.

3. There are two placentas attached to the fetus located in the side of the uterine wall.

4. The placenta is half the size that it is expected to be, presenting a risk for deprivation of nutrients to the fetus.

Answer 1

Answer - Option 1st is correct answer. Placenta previa means placenta implanted in lower uterine segment and near internal cervical os.

Placenta previa is a life threatening disease condition in pregnancy which severe bleeding during labor or birth, more dangerous for mother and baby. Placenta attach with lower uterine area where cervix begin to dilate and efface, blood vessels which connects placenta to uterus become tear and it cause more bleeding or life-threatening condition.

Other option related to placental abnormality. chronic hypertension not a great risk factor, chronic hypertension is risk factor for abruptio placenta.

So option 1 St is correct answer.