Two weeks after their baby is born, the spouse is concerned
that the patient is extremely talkative and energetic, is only sleeping for a few hours each night, and forgets to eat. The patient is also neglecting her appearance and unaware that a baby has needs. What health problem should the nurse suspect the patient is experiencing?
A) Postpartum blues
B) Postpartum depression
C) Postpartum psychosis
D) Maladjustment
Ans: C
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The preceptor states to the new nurse, ?Doesn?t this client realize it?s a sin to commit suicide?? The manager learns of this comment and has a conference with the preceptor because the: 1. Preceptor should not judge the client. 2. Preceptor is imposing his values on the new nurse. 3. New nurse is learning unfavorable behaviors. 4. Manager is inquiring as to the new nurse?s knowledge.
Nurses are legally required to document medications administered to patients. The nurse is mandated to document which of the following?
a. Medication after administration b. Medication before administration c. Rationale for giving a questionable incor-rect dosage d. Concerns about giving the medication
The laboratory results for a patient with acute leukemia that should alert the nurse to the fact that the drug protocols are not effective is:
1. a decreased prothrombin time. 2. a platelet count lower than 50,000/mm3. 3. a negative Western blot. 4. neutrophils 50% to 62%.
The nurse is concerned that the hospital will not receive payment for care provided to a client. Which client health problems are causing the nurse this concern?
1. Intravenous fluids were prescribed for 4 days. 2. X-rays of the left leg and left arm were prescribed. 3. A stage II pressure ulcer developed on the client's heels. 4. A urinary tract infection occurred because of an indwelling urinary catheter. 5. Physical therapy treatments were prescribed for 7 days for crutch walking.