A woman with a positive history of genital herpes is in active labor. She has small pin-point vesicles in the perineum area. Her membranes are ruptured, she is dilated 5 cm, effaced 70%. The nurse should anticipate what type of delivery?
A) Spontaneous vaginal
B) Vacuum-assisted
C) Cesarean
D) Forceps-assisted
Ans: C
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A client is taking fluoxetine (Prozac) and wonders if adding St. John's wort would help. Knowing that St
John's wort acts similar to selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), the nurse is concerned that by taking both, the client may develop: 1. Nothing since these substances do not interact. 2. Serotonin syndrome. 3. Mania. 4. Depression.
The nurse is caring for a client who recently experienced a traumatic amputation of the left leg just below the knee due to a crushing injury at work while he was taking a smoke break
The nurse shows an understanding of this client's condition when acknowledging that: Select all that apply. 1. The client's report of pain in the area of the amputated foot is real. 2. Nerve regeneration to a reattached lower limb usually results in poor function. 3. Smoking is a significant risk factor for reattachment of limbs. 4. The recovery period for a limb reattachment would be similar to one for a surgical amputation. 5. Crushing injuries are usually suitable for reattachment of the limb.
The nurse observes during a dressing change that the client's wound has become infected. When asked by the client how the wound looks, the nurse says "it looks fine" but the nurse's facial expression doesn't support the response
Which aspect of communication should this nurse improve? 1. Adaptability 2. Credibility 3. Timing and relevance 4. Clarity and brevity
A typical adult male heart weighs approximately how many ounces?
A) 10-12 ounces B) 6-9 ounces C) 12-13 ounces D) 8-10 ounces