While providing care to a client early in pregnancy, the nurse learns that the client con-sumes alcohol almost daily
Drinking alcohol during pregnancy has been associated with a condition known as __________________ in the infant and should be avoided. Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
Fetal alcohol syndrome
Alcohol interferes with the absorption and use of protein, thiamine, folic acid, and zinc. It also impairs metabolism and often takes the place of food in the mother's diet. Vitamin and mineral supplementation is usually necessary for women who consumed alcohol before pregnancy because nutrient stores may be depleted.
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The nurse evaluates the client:
1. On a continuous basis throughout the day. 2. At the beginning of the shift. 3. After the initial intervention. 4. When the initial intervention fails.
Which statement indicates to the nurse on a postpartum home visit that the patient understands the signs of late postpartum hemorrhage?
a. "My discharge would change to red after it has been pink or white." b. "If I have a postpartum hemorrhage, I will have severe abdominal pain." c. "I should be alert for an increase in bright red blood." d. "I would pass a large clot that was retained from the placenta."
The nurse working in an obstetrician's office receives a call from a 32 weeks-pregnant woman saying she hasn't felt the baby move all day
The nurse advises her to lie on her side and record every fetal movement during a 30-minute period, and says the mother should count how many movements during this time period? A) 5 B) 10 C) 3 D) 1
The nurse learns that a patient cannot afford a prescribed medication and enlists the assistance of the social worker and an outside agency to provide medications at a lower cost. Which QSEN competency do the nurse's actions best demonstrate?
a. Collaboration and teamwork b. Evidence-based practice c. Patient-centered care d. Quality improvement