When inspecting a client's abdomen, the nurse notes which finding as abnormal?
a. Protruding abdomen with skin that is lighter in color than the arms and legs
b. Marked rhythmic pulsation to the left of the midline
c. Faint, fine vascular network
d. Small shadows indicating changes in contour
ANS: B
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The nurse has completed postoperative discharge teaching to the parents of a child who has had a tonsillectomy. Which statement indicates the parents have understood the teaching?
1. "We will call the physician for any indication of ear pain." 2. "We will be sure to give our child adequate amounts of citrus juices." 3. "We will plan on administering acetaminophen (Tylenol) for pain." 4. "We will keep our child on bed rest for ten days after the surgery."
Which client is not a good candidate for Depo-Provera (DMPA)?
1. One who wishes to get pregnant within three months 2. One who wishes to breastfeed 3. One with a vaginal prolapse 4. One who weighs 200 pounds
The most dangerous effect on the fetus of a mother who smokes cigarettes while pregnant is:
a. genetic changes and anomalies. b. extensive central nervous system damage. c. fetal addiction to the substance inhaled. d. intrauterine growth retardation.
The nurse is performing a focused genitourinary and renal assessment of a patient. Where should the nurse assess for pain at the costovertebral angle?
A) At the umbilicus and the right lower quadrant of the abdomen B) At the suprapubic region and the umbilicus C) At the lower border of the 12th rib and the spine D) At the 7th rib and the xyphoid process