The nurse stresses that a sign of a complication of pregnancy that must be reported to the physician at the first occurrence is:
a. leg cramps.
b. pelvic discomfort.
c. vaginal bleeding.
d. urinary frequency.
C
Vaginal bleeding at any time during pregnancy should be reported to the physician.
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a. Considerations of culture, health, and wellness b. Influences of technology on treatment of disease c. Interactions among a team of health providers d. Relationships among disease, environment, individuals, and communities
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Which nursing response indicates insight into the client's underlying feelings? A) Let us focus on the program instead of the staff. B) Do you think the staff is as out of control as you feel you are? C) You seem to be complaining a lot today. D) Is there something else that you would like to discuss?
Which viral sexually transmitted infection is characterized by a primary infection followed by recurrent episodes?
a. Herpes simplex virus (HSV)-2 b. Human papillomavirus (HPV) c. Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) d. Cytomegalovirus (CMV)