The perinatal nurse recognizes that a risk factor for postpartum depression is:
A) Adolescence
B) Age >35 years
C) Gestational hypertension
D) Regular schedule of prenatal care
A
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A nurse is caring for an adult client who has presented for a scheduled checkup. Which of the following tests would suggest that the client is at risk for cardiac and vascular disease?
A) Test results of levels of sodium and potassium B) Test results of levels of cholesterol C) Test results of levels of balanced proteins D) Test results of levels of calories in each food intake
In determining the glomerular filtration rate (GFR) or creatinine clearance, a 24-hour urine is obtained. If a reliable 24-hour urine collection is not possible,
a. it is not possible to determine the GFR. b. the BUN may be used to determine renal function. c. an elevated BUN/creatinine ratio can be used. d. a standardized formula may be used to calculate GFR.
The family of a dying client has informed the nurse that their religion requires that a ritual bath be given by members of the faith after death
Because the hospital unit is very busy and there is an acute need for every bed, how should the nurse respond to this request? 1. Notify the mortuary of the family's request. 2. Arrange for supplies and privacy for the family. 3. Tell the family that the bath will have to take place after the body is removed from the hospital. 4. Allow the family to give the bath, but give a 1-hour deadline for completion.
Intensive insulin therapy includes the following:
a. emphasis on control of carbohydrates and portion sizes. b. standard insulin dosages based on total kcalories per meal. c. insulin injection is usually limited to one evening dose. d. a flexible eating pattern.