A 26-year-old woman who has never been pregnant is seeking…

Question Answered step-by-step A 26-year-old woman who has never been pregnant is seeking… A 26-year-old woman who has never been pregnant is seeking preconception care as she is planning to pursue pregnancy in a couple of months. Currently, she has no symptoms to report and on review of body systems, there were no concerns. Her past medical history is significant for a history of rheumatic fever as a child. She subsequently underwent valve replacement with a mechanical heart valve. She is followed by a cardiologist who has already evaluated her cardiac function and she has received clearance from her cardiologist to pursue pregnancy. Records from her cardiologist include a recent cardiac echocardiography report that reveals a normal ejection fraction indicating normal cardiac function. She has no alterations in her daily activities related to her heart. She has no other signi?cant medical or surgical history. She is a non-smoker, drinks occasionally but has stopped as she is attempting to conceive, and does not use any non-prescription drugs. Current Medications: Her current medications include only prenatal vitamins, which she has begun in anticipation of pregnancy, and warfarin. She has no known drug allergies. Vital Signs: On examination, her pulse is 80 beats per minute, blood pressure is 115/70 mm Hg, respiratory rate is 18 breaths per minute, and she is afebrile.Measurements: Weight = 152 pounds, Height = 5?5 ?, BMI= 25.29 Q4. How is warfarin metabolized? Does warfarin cross the placental barrier? Q5. Explain the hepatic drug metabolism of children 1 year and older. How do they compare with the hepatic drug metabolism of infants and adults? Q6. Explain protein binding in the neonate. Health Science Science Nursing MSN – FNP 571 Share QuestionEmailCopy link Comments (0)