The nurse is caring for a severely disabled pregnant woman. The patient has not had any type of regular healthcare prior to this admission for preterm labor at 30 weeks. Which reason most likely contributed to the unplanned pregnancy in this patient?
1. This patient has difficulty getting up on an examination table.
2. The patient was not given contraceptive counseling.
3. The patient has difficulty getting transportation to a doctor’s office.
4. The patient was not given empathy by her physician.
2. The patient was not given contraceptive counseling.
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1. 36-year-old, has never been pregnant, takes medication for a seizure disorder 2. 15-year-old, smokes one pack per day, had a miscarriage four months ago 3. 22-year-old, runs long distances, has been on the pill for six years 4. 29-year-old, has had two abortions, takes a multiple-vitamin supplement
Which acid-base imbalance should the nurse be most alert for when providing care to a client who has several broken ribs?
A. Respiratory alkalosis from anxiety B. Respiratory acidosis from inadequate ventilation C. Metabolic acidosis as a result of calcium loss from broken bones D. Metabolic alkalosis as a result of ingesting base-containing analgesics
The pregnant patient has brought an herbal remedy to the clinic to learn about the safety of the remedy
The nurse should include which statements about herbal therapies? "Herbal remedies: Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. "Are subject to FDA approval." 2. "Are used to eliminate certain diseases." 3. "Cannot be sold over the counter." 4. "Are different from homeopathic remedies." 5. "Are not subject to safety and effectiveness testing."
Children who have defects with decreased pulmonary blood flow exhibit which of the following common symptoms?
1. Nausea and vomiting 2. Weight gain 3. Tachypnea, bradycardia, and diaphoresis 4. Cyanosis, tachypnea, and polycythemia