Mrs. Walton brings her 12-month-old infant into the clinic for his one-year checkup. While talking with Mrs. Walton, the nurse notes that she is teary-eyed and has a flat affect. She states,
"I just can do anything right where this child is concerned." The nurse conducts a mini-assessment on Mrs. Walton and finds that she is fatigued, unable to concentrate, and feels overwhelmed with the care of her infant. The nurse should suspect that Mrs. Walton is experiencing
A) normal feelings of a mother with a 1 year child.
B) psychosis.
C) postpartum depression.
D) bipolar affective disorder.
C
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a. The need to understand and record all medications being taken. b. Bringing their own linens and other personal items to the hospital. c. Washing hands frequently while in a healthcare environment and using a hand sanitizer. d. Following closely the directions and orders of healthcare providers.
To reduce the risk of gallstones, clients could be advised to:
1. Eat breakfast 2. Limit fluid intake after supper 3. Eliminate fats from their diets 4. Add vinegar to cooked vegetables
The nurse is unable to insert an intravenous access line into a client who is currently experiencing a seizure. Which of the following routes can the nurse use to provide medication to the client at this time?
1. Oral 2. Intranasal 3. Rectal 4. Intramuscular
The average oral Fahrenheit temperature is
A. 95.8°. B. 101.4°. C. 98.6°. D. 103.6°.