A pregnant woman has Graves disease. What test/s does the healthcare professional advise the woman about?
a. Frequent tests of the newborn’s muscular strength and movement.
b. Blood test for hyperthyroidism
c. Monthly OB checkups for fetal anomalies or pregnancy loss
d. Serum complete blood count including platelet count
Ans: b. Blood test for hyperthyroidism
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A. Intervention B. Support C. Resilience D. Therapy
The nurse is caring for an Asian American client who is in the hospital for chemotherapy via central line. The nurse plans to check this client frequently for signs of impending sepsis because Asian clients:
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A. Chest pain may occur B. The electrode sites will be cleaned with alcohol C. Talking and moving around will be allowed D. The electrodes are attached with ties or rubber straps