The nurse is developing a plan of care for a woman who is pregnant with twins. The nurse includes interventions focusing on which of the following because of the woman's increased risk?
A) Oligohydramnios
B) Preeclampsia
C) Post-term labor
D) Chorioamnionitis
B
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After teaching a client who has diabetes mellitus and proliferative retinopathy, nephropathy, and peripheral neuropathy, the nurse assesses the client's understanding. Which statement made by the client indicates a correct understanding of the teaching?
a. "I have so many complications; exercising is not recommended." b. "I will exercise more frequently because I have so many complications." c. "I used to run for exercise; I will start training for a marathon." d. "I should look into swimming or water aerobics to get my exercise."
Why are infants more vulnerable to fluid and electrolyte imbalances than adults?
a. They have a smaller surface area than adults in proportion to body weight. b. Water needs and losses per kilogram are lower than those for adults. c. A greater percentage of body water in infants is extracellular. d. Infants have a lower metabolic turnover of water.
A patient has an outcome of ambulating three times a day. The patient does not ambulate the entire day. What should the nurse do next?
a. Walk the patient. b. Reassess the patient. c. Change the goal for the patient. d. Continue with the plan for the patient.
An infertile couple confides in the nurse at the infertility clinic that they feel overwhelmed with the decisions facing them. Which of the following nursing strategies would be most appropriate?
1. Refer them to a marriage counselor. 2. Provide them with information and instructions throughout the diagnostic and therapeutic process. 3. Express concern and caring. 4. Inquire about the names they have chosen for their baby.