Practice Question
A nurse suspects that a client is developing HELLP syndrome. The nurse notifies the health care provider based on which finding?
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Correct Answer:
elevated liver enzymes
Rationale:
🔶 HELLP syndrome stands for Hemolysis, Elevated Liver enzymes, and Low Platelet count, and is a life-threatening obstetric complication.
🔶 Elevated AST and ALT levels indicate liver involvement and cellular damage, aligning with the second component of the HELLP acronym.
🔶 This condition is commonly associated with preeclampsia and presents with symptoms such as epigastric pain, nausea, and malaise.
🔶 Prompt recognition is critical to prevent progression to hepatic rupture, DIC, or maternal/fetal death.
🔶 Nurses must report abnormal liver panels immediately to the provider for swift intervention and monitoring.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Maternal & Newborn Care
- Answer Choices: 4