A nurse is examining the maternal and infant health in the community. A total of 696 women delivered babies last year. Of those, 12 women delivered stillborn babies. Six women died during childbirth
What is the maternal mortality rate expressed per 100,000 live births? Round to the nearest whole number. ____________________
Fill in the blank with correct word
ANS:862
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A) Pain related to labor contractions B) Powerlessness related to the duration and intensity of labor C) Decision conflict related to the use of analgesia during labor D) Anxiety related to lack of knowledge about normal labor processes
A client with a history of myocardial infarctions tells the nurse that he has been smoking for 35 years and it does not matter now if he stops. The best response by the nurse would be:
1. "It will reduce your risk of lung cancer.". 2. "Your risk of continued coronary heart disease will decrease by half when you stop.". 3. "It will decrease any complications you might develop.". 4. "It will enhance the effects of your medications.".
Which statement by a nurse reflects an accurate understanding of systems theory?
a. "My patient has anemia reflected by low RBC, Hgb, and Hct values, so I have to monitor for fatigue, dyspnea, and tachycardia." b. "It is my responsibility to provide my patients with basic human needs including food, water, and sleep." c. "Would you like me to call the chaplain for you to discuss your feelings about your upcoming surgery?" d. "My patient's daughter makes all decisions and living arrangements for my patient such as reserving a home health aide and Meals on Wheels during the week."
You have finished admitting a new patient. Before leaving the person's room, you need to do which of the following?
a. Change the bed from closed to open. b. Have the person verify that all of the equipment is in working order. c. Lower or raise the bed rails according to the care plan. d. Raise the bed.