Which of the following pieces of data found on a client's health history would place her at risk for an ectopic pregnancy?
a. Use of oral contraceptives for 5 years
b. Recurrent pelvic infections
c. Ovarian cyst 2 years ago
d. Heavy menstrual flow of 4 days' duration
B
Infection and subsequent scarring of the fallopian tubes prevent normal movement of the fertilized ovum into the uterus for implantation.
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Nursing continues to recognize and participate in collaboration with other health care disciplines to meet the complex needs of the patient. What would be an example of a collaborative practice model?
A) The nurse and the physician discussing and jointly making clinical decisions B) The nurse accompanying the physician on rounds C) The nurse making a referral on behalf of the patient D) The nurse attending an appointment with the patient
The nurse is assessing a preschool-age patient during a scheduled health maintenance visit. Which question is appropriate to determine whether the patient is at risk for lead poisoning?
1) "Does your child eat a balanced diet?" 2) "Does your child attend day care?" 3) "What year was your house built?" 4) "What type of child safety seat do you use?"
A 29-year-old patient in the outpatient clinic will be scheduled for blood cortisol testing. Which instruction will the nurse provide?
a. "Avoid adding any salt to your foods for 24 hours before the test." b. "You will need to lie down for 30 minutes before the blood is drawn." c. "Come to the laboratory to have the blood drawn early in the morning." d. "Do not have anything to eat or drink before the blood test is obtained."
An infant develops a fever secondary to a bacterial infection. Which of the following most likely triggered the fever?
a. Interleukin-1 b. Interleukin-6 c. Interleukin-10 d. Interferons (IFNs)