When preparing a teaching plan for a group of women who are pregnant for the first time, the nurse expects to review how maternity care has changed over the years
Which of the following would the nurse include when discussing events of the 20th century? A) Epidemics of puerperal fever
B) First cesarean birth
C) X-rays used to assess pelvic size
D) Development of free-standing birth centers
D
Response:
In the 20th century (1900s), free-standing birth centers were developed. Puerperal fever epidemics, the first cesarean birth, and the use of x-rays to assess pelvic size were events occurring during the 19th century (1800s).
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Keeping in mind distal social determinants when helping a community, a nurse uses the resources available to
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