Reduction of Risk PotentialQuestion 1027 of 2368

Which vital sign finding at a routine prenatal visit should the nurse report to the provider?

  1. Pulse 88 beats/minute
  2. Respiratory rate 20 breaths/minute
  3. Temperature 37.2 C
  4. Blood pressure 144/94 mm Hg
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Correct answer: Blood pressure 144/94 mm Hg

A blood pressure of 140/90 or greater can indicate preeclampsia or hypertension. The other values are within expected pregnancy ranges.

Source: Nursing Health Promotion (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2025), Antepartum Care: Vital Signs. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026