The contraction stress test (CST) is MOST often performed on the pregnant client who has:
a. sickle-cell anemia c. pregnancy-induced hypertension
b. heart disease d. diabetes
D
The contraction stress test evaluates placental insufficiency. Intravenous oxytocin or self-breast stimulation causes uterine contractions. If late decelerations occur with more than half of the contractions, the test is positive for placental insufficiency.
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When caring for the child with Kawasaki disease, what should the nurse know to provide safe and effective care?
a. Aspirin is contraindicated. b. The principal area of involvement is the joints. c. The child's fever is usually responsive to antibiotics within 48 hours. d. Therapeutic management includes administration of gamma globulin and salicylates.
Maslow developed a hierarchy of needs from the simple to the complex. A male client tells the nurse of having no threats in his life at this time
The nurse communicates in the sign-off report that this client is meeting what level in Maslow's hierarchy of needs? A) Physiologic B) Security and safety C) Self-esteem D) Self-actualization
The nurse is conducting an educational program for parents of children with chronic conditions. Which parental statement indicates the need for further instruction?
1. "I know my child will get better and not have to take any more medication." 2. "I know my child will need assistance with activities of daily living." 3. "I know my child may need specialized education." 4. "I know my child will have to stay on a special diet."
____________________ is the term for a comfortable distance in which to communicate.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).