What are the possible consequences for the fetus if the mother smokes during pregnancy?
a. Higher incidence of premature birth
b. Higher incidence of lower birth weights
c. Higher incidence of elevated estrogen levels
d. More likely to have episodes of apnea
e. Higher risk for being abused
f. Higher incidence of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)
A, B, D, F
Infants born to mothers who smoke are at risk for a higher incidence of lower birth weights, a higher incidence of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), and a higher incidence of premature birth, and they are more likely to have episodes of apnea.
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a. Incontinence b. Dysphagia c. Ptosis d. Tinnitus e. Dysarthria
The discharge nurse is teaching insulin administration to an older patient. Which teaching strategy would be best?
1. Provide written materials to reinforce the verbal instructions. 2. Encourage repetitive exercises to review new information until it is understood. 3. Allow longer teaching times to compensate for a slower learning pace. 4. Provide instruction to relatives so the patient will not be overwhelmed with new information.
The effect of aging on the cardiovascular system is evidenced by which symptoms in an older adult performing a stress test? (Select all that apply.)
a. Chest pain during exercise b. Slow increase of heart rate in response to stress c. Exercise induce dyspnea d. Slow decrease of heart rate post exercise e. Stress-induced arrhythmias
The nurse is caring for a client at 30 weeks' gestation who is experiencing preterm premature rupture of membranes (PPROM). Which statement indicates that the client needs additional teaching?
1. "If I have bleeding in the third trimester of my next pregnancy, I might rupture membranes again." 2. "If I want to become pregnant again, I will have to plan on being on bed rest for the whole pregnancy." 3. "If I develop a urinary tract infection in my next pregnancy, I might rupture membranes early again." 4. "If I were having a singleton pregnancy instead of twins, my membranes would probably not have ruptured."