A client is admitted to Labor and Delivery with a history of ruptured membranes for 2 hours.This is her sixth delivery;she is 40 years old,and smells of alcohol and cigarettes.This client is at risk for:

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The client's history of ruptured membranes for 2 hours puts her at risk for chorioamnionitis, which is an infection of the fetal membranes and amniotic fluid. This infection can lead to premature labor and premature rupture of membranes. The use of alcohol and cigarettes can also increase the risk of placenta abruption, a serious condition where the placenta separates from the uterine wall before delivery. Placenta previa and placenta accreta are not directly linked to the client's history of ruptured membranes and substance use. While gestational diabetes is a risk factor for pregnant women, it is not specifically connected to this client's situation.

A Client Is Admitted to Labor and Delivery with a History