Which of the following is true of a 38-weeks’-gestation newborn when testing for head lag?
1. The nurse should see total head lag.
2. The newborn holds the head in front of the body lines.
3. The newborn can support his head momentarily.
4. The newborn lifts his head momentarily while both legs lift off the tabletop momentarily.
3. The newborn can support his head momentarily.
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A. Assess the woman's family history and genetic background. B. Explain that this condition is a normal finding during pregnancy. C. Instruct the couple that sex during pregnancy is not advised. D. Suggest sexual positions that might be more comfortable.
A nurse asks, "What is meant by ‘internal' customers?" The correct response is: (Select all that apply.)
a. Insurance companies b. Accreditors such as The Joint Commission c. X-ray technicians d. Clinical pharmacist e. Chief financial officer
A nurse manager in one hospital values a colleague who is a few years older and has more experience in nursing management. The colleague works in another hospital, but they meet for lunch once a month
In these meetings, they share their feelings about nursing management and their lives. The function of a mentor that is missing in the relationship is: a. Sponsorship. b. Role modeling. c. Social interaction. d. Mutual positive regard.
Phagocytosis is a method by which cells ingest particles that are too large to cross through the cell membrane by other means
Indicate whether the statement is true or false