abortion, spontaneous termination
deficient Fluid Volume [isotonic] may be related to excessive blood loss, possibly evidenced by decreased pulse volume and pressure, delayed capillary refill, or changes in sensorium.
risk for Spiritual Distress: risk factors may include need to adhere to personal religious beliefs/practices, blame for loss directed at self or God.
deficient Knowledge [Learning Need] regarding cause of abortion, self-care, contraception/future pregnancy may be related to lack of familiarity with new self/health care needs, sources for support, possibly evidenced by requests for information and statement of concern/misconceptions, development of preventable complications.
Grieving related to perinatal loss, possibly evidenced by crying, expressions of sorrow, or changes in eating habits/sleep patterns.
risk for ineffective Sexuality Pattern: risk factors may include increasing fear of pregnancy and/or repeat loss, impaired relationship with significant other(s), self-doubt regarding own femininity.
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