Which of the following is true about excessive pain in labor?
a. It usually results in a more rapid labor.
b. It is considered to be a normal occurrence.
c. It may result in decreased placental perfusion.
d. It has no effect on the outcome of labor.
C
When experiencing excessive pain, the woman may react with a stress response that diverts blood flow from the uterus and the fetus.
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A) weight gain or loss. B) cancer. C) smoking. D) visual problems.
In an all-channel network of communication, the information is sent:
a. from the next person in command to above or below. b. in any direction without restrictions. c. from one person, who passes it on to oth-ers. d. from the boss, who sends selected infor-mation back.
The nursing student began a case study paper by writing, "J.P., a 65-year-old Asian male, was admitted to the intensive care unit at Southwest Hospital." What is the significance of this statement?
1. It is incomplete, as the date and time of admission should be included. 2. It is a good description of the patient to begin the paper. 3. It violates Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act regulations. 4. It is incomplete, as the patient's physician's name should be included.
A nurse plans to teach a group of patients the basics of the change process. How should the elements be sequenced for the presentation?
a. Assess the success of new behaviors. b. Observe to gain awareness. c. Draw conclusions about the problem. d. Test new behaviors. e. Determine that change is necessary.