The nurse teaching a student nurse about normal changes during pregnancy includes which of the following?
A) Electrolyte imbalances can be caused by changes in kidney function, such as increased glomerular filtration and decreased tubular reabsorption. B) Striae gravidarum are caused by pregnancy hormones, and will disappear completely after delivery. C) Placental hormones affect glucose metabolism by decreasing the effectiveness of insulin and stimulating insulin production. D) Muscle cramps may be relieved by increased vitamin C intake and exercise.
C
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A decrease in fundal height resulting from the descent of the fetus into the pelvis is known as ____________________ or ____________________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
In a study of adolescent children using a group of high school football players and junior-high school cyclists, researchers compared the length of recovery from concussion
between those wearing brand X helmets and those wearing brand Y helmets. In this study "high school football players" represent which type of variable? a. Demographic b. Dependent c. Independent d. Research
The adolescent patient reports to the clinic nurse that her period is late but that her home pregnancy test is negative. Which response is most appropriate?
1. "This means you are not pregnant." 2. "You might be pregnant, but it might be too early for your home test to be accurate." 3. "We don't trust home tests. Come to the clinic for a blood test." 4. "Most people don't use the tests correctly. Did you read the instructions?"
How does the epididymis become infected?
a. The pathogenic microorganisms ascend the vasa deferentia from an already infected urethra or bladder. b. The pathogenic microorganisms are attached to sperm that travel through the genital tract. c. The pathogenic microorganisms from the tunica vaginalis are transported to the epididymis. d. The pathogenic microorganisms from the prostate fluid ascend to the epididymis.