Which is the most important intervention that the nurse implements for a pregnant patient with uncorrected tetralogy of fallot in the late third trimester of pregnancy?

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Moses Contreras

Biology

1 February, 19:14

Which is the most important intervention that the nurse implements for a pregnant patient with uncorrected tetralogy of fallot in the late third trimester of pregnancy?

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Ulises Rocha · Answer 1

A nurse can apply pressure support hose. When this type of patient becomes pregnant, there is a reduction in blood flow through the pulmonary circulation. This increases hypoxemia. If it is not properly managed, the patient could die. The nurse needs to maintain the venous return in the patient.