When evaluating patients complaining of upper gastrointestinal? hemorrhage, why is it important to transport expeditiously to an appropriate? facility?

The parents of a newborn girl express concern about the infant's vaginal discharge, which appears to be bloody mucus. What does the nurse explain as the cause?

a. Premature stimulation of the ovarian hormones by the pituitary system b. Cessation of female sex hormones transferred in utero from mother to infant c. The increased amount of circulating blood from the mother throughout pregnancy d. Trauma to the genitalia during the birth process

A client visits a clinic complaining of excessive perspiration. Which of the following actions helps to remove sebum and reduce the acid mantle of protection?

A) Use hot soaks. C) Prevent exposure to sun. B) Use tepid bath water. D) Wash with alkaline soaps.

When a nurse conducts an interview with a patient, what is the underlying purpose?

A) To provide therapeutic communication when indicated B) To gather subjective information C) To assess the patient's physical status D) To identify the patient's diagnoses

The nurse prepares to enter the room of a child who requires isolation precautions. Which actions will the nurse take to ease the child's fears? Select all that apply. 

A. Introduce self before donning a mask, if possible. B. Encourage the child to play with the equipment. C. Visit the client frequently. D. Group nursing tasks to decrease contact. E. Encourage the child to walk the halls frequently.