MEDizzy - The result of an amniocentesis performed at 16 weeks’

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The result of an amniocentesis performed at 16 weeks’ gestation reveals a fetus with Down syndrome. The client elects to have the pregnancy terminated. What should the nurse conclude about an abortion at this stage of the pregnancy?\

ExplanationD. The client must feel comfortable enough to verbalize her feelings; this helps to complete the grieving process. A. This is a false assumption. B. Induced abortion is a sterile procedure and should not predispose the client to postoperative infection. C. Studies show that contraceptive counseling at this time is most important, because the client may not return after the abortion.