Which of these terms describes the developmental task of pregnancy that occurs as the mother incorporates the growing fetus into her body image?
a. fetal distinction c. pregnancy validation
b. fetal embodiment d. role transition
B
Fetal embodiment occurs as the mother incorporates the growing fetus into her body image. The physical changes she is experiencing, especially the growing uterus, help her meet this task.
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The nurse is providing anticipatory guidance instructions to the parents of a newborn. Which of these instructions should the nurse give as disease prevention strategies? Select all that apply
1. Routine metabolic screening 2. Hearing screening 3. Formula safety 4. SIDS risk reduction 5. Toilet training
The elderly patient has come to the clinic for a follow-up appointment. The nurse learns from the patient's daughter that the patient is not following the instructions she received upon discharge from the hospital last month
What could be a factor in a patient not adhering to her therapeutic regimen? A) Ethnic background of health care provider B) Costs of prescribed regimen C) Wellness state D) Personality of the physician
To promote bonding and attachment immediately after birth, which action should the nurse take?
a. Assist the mother in feeding her baby. b. Allow the mother quiet time with her infant. c. Teach the mother about the concepts of bonding and attachment. d. Assist the mother in assuming an en face position with her newborn.
A 52-year-old female patient thinks she is "losing her mind" because of her constant anxiety, inability to sleep, and headaches. The nurse realizes that this patient is describing symptoms of which health condition?
1. amenorrhea 2. perimenopause 3. postmenopause 4. dysmennorrhea