Food continues to be the best source of nutrients for the pregnant patient. The exceptions are iron and folic acid, which may not be obtained in adequate amounts through normal food intake. Is this statement true or false?
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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Vitamin and mineral supplements are not necessary, despite the fact that most prenatal providers
order prenatal vitamins. Expectant mothers who are vegetarians, lactose-intolerant, or have special
problems with nutrient absorption may need supplements other than iron and folic acid. A dietary
assessment will determine a woman's actual needs. The nurse must carefully consider the patient's
age, cultural background, and knowledge of nutrition when providing teaching regarding her diet.
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a. She is reluctant to name contacts. b. She is embarrassed. c. She doubts confidentiality. d. She doesn't want to take the medication. e. She dreads the pelvic examination.
A nurse practices holistic patient care. Which of the following is a guiding principle of this practice?
A) Holism is focused on reductionism. B) All living organisms exist independently. C) The body is the sum of its parts. D) The body is a unified, dynamic whole.
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Using the Freudian theory, a nurse can interpret the child's behavior as a product of impulses originating in the: a. id. b. ego. c. superego. d. preconscious.
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A. can include fever, chills, hives, hypotension, and chest pain. B. can include tremors and seizures. C. can include high blood pressure, renal impairment, and chest pain. D. none of these.