The nurse cautions that the consumption of as few as ________ alcoholic drink(s) during pregnancy can lead to the loss of fetal brain cells
ANS:
two
Studies have shown that even as few as two alcoholic drinks consumed during pregnancy can cause loss of fetal brain cells. A drink is defined as 12 oz of beer, 5 oz of wine, or 1.5 oz of liquor.
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The nurse demonstrates family-centered care by:
1. Encouraging family visitation. 2. Assuming total care for the client. 3. Expecting the child to perform self-care in activities of daily living. 4. Limiting visitation to four time periods per day.
A nurse is teaching a group of students about the stigma that is often associated with mental illness. The nurse tells the group that stigma associated with mental illness is about which of the following?
1. Disrespect 2. Intelligence 3. Respect 4. Appreciation
A chief nursing officer (CNO) has implemented a model for teamwork training in the facility. The model seems to be working in some areas but not in others. The best action by the CNO would be to
a. assess for formal and informal leaders who oppose the plan. b. inform the staff that teamwork improves safety and is expected. c. provide more education and training on benefits of the model. d. rotate staff between areas with different levels of acceptance.
A clinic nurse is planning a teaching session for childbearing-age female clients. Which should the nurse include in the teaching session with regard to avoiding exposing a fetus to teratogens?
a. Use only category A medications during pregnancy. b. Immunizations should be updated during the first trimester of pregnancy. c. Use of saunas and hot tubs during pregnancy should be during the winter months only. d. Alcoholic beverages can be consumed in the first and third trimesters of pregnancy.