Practice Question
A nurse is caring for a client who is postpartum. Which of the following findings is an indication for the nurse to administer Rho(D) immune globulin?
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Correct Answer:
The client is Rh-negative and has delivered a Rh-positive newborn.
Rationale:
🟣Rho(D) immune globulin (RhoGAM) is administered to Rh-negative mothers who have delivered an Rh-positive infant to prevent the development of Rh isoimmunization in future pregnancies.
🟣During delivery, fetal red blood cells can enter the maternal circulation, stimulating the production of anti-D antibodies in the mother.
🟣These antibodies could cross the placenta in subsequent pregnancies, destroying fetal RBCs and causing hemolytic disease of the newborn.
🟣Administering Rho(D) immune globulin within 72 hours postpartum prevents antibody formation by neutralizing Rh-positive fetal cells before maternal sensitization occurs.
🟣This intervention is essential for protecting future pregnancies and ensuring maternal-fetal compatibility.
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Custom maternity exam 1 fall 2025 Marcellus -Examplify (1)
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- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: Examplify Exam(s)
- Domain: Maternal-Child
- Answer Choices: 4