Check Your Understanding Questions

1.

Explain the difference between overnutrition and undernutrition.

2.

How can the nurse support a patient with preexisting medical conditions prior to and during pregnancy?

3.

Discuss how homelessness contributes to a high-risk pregnancy.

4.

Explain the condition hyperemesis gravidarum.

5.

Explain the potential complications associated with preterm rupture of membranes.