On inspection of the abdominal contour of a client with upper left quadrant pain, the nurse notes that the left abdominal contour appears asymmetric. What conclusion should the nurse draw from this finding?
A. Left upper quadrant asymmetry is a normal finding.
B. Left upper quadrant asymmetry can be caused by pregnancy.
C. Left upper quadrant asymmetry can be indicative of a tumor or cyst.
D. Left upper quadrant asymmetry is indicative of peristaltic movements.
C
Left upper quadrant asymmetry can be indicative of a tumor or pancreatic cyst.
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A woman is scheduled for an anterior and posterior culporrhaphy as treatment for a cystocele. When the nurse is explaining this treatment to the client, which of the following descriptions would be most appropriate to include?
A) "This procedure helps to tighten the vaginal wall in the front and back so that your bladder and urethra are in the proper position." B) "Your uterus will be removed through your vagina, helping to relieve the organ that is putting the pressure on your bladder." C) "This is a series of exercises that you will learn how to do so that you can strengthen your bladder muscles." D) "These are plastic devices that your physician will insert into your vagina to provide support to the uterus and keep it in the proper position."
Why is estrogen therapy used in postmenopausal women? (Select all that apply.)
a. To meet contraceptive needs b. To treat acne c. To prevent osteoporosis d. To treat hot flashes e. To maintain hormonal balance
The nurse is planning care for a patient with mental illness. What should the nurse keep in mind when identifying goals for this patient?
1. They should be clear and general. 2. They should be general and open-ended. 3. They should be concrete and measurable. 4. They should be universal and standard.
Upon delivery of the newborn, which action most promotes parental attachment?
1. Placing the newborn under the radiant warmer 2. Placing the newborn on the maternal abdomen 3. Taking the newborn to the nursery for the initial assessment 4. Allowing the mother a chance to rest immediately after delivery