Hyperemesis gravidarum is:
a. Elevated blood pressure associated with pregnancy
b. Persistent, severe vomiting during pregnancy
c. An adverse effect of magnesium sulfate
d. A symptom of pregestational diabetes
ANS: B
Hyperemesis gravidarum is persistent, severe vomiting during pregnancy that may lead to dehydration, starvation, and excessive weight loss.
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Which statement by the nurse indicates understanding of the major factors influencing the increase in health care costs?
a. "Health care expenditures are exceeding the cost of the gross domestic product (GDP) in excess of 14%.". b. "Older adult patients consume more of the health care product than they can afford to finance.". c. "The cost of prescription drugs is soaring so rapidly that the majority of people cannot afford them.". d. "Because of the limited payment of Medicare, institutions are not being reimbursed at the same level of expenditures.".
The nursing supervisor overhears a novice nurse manager discussing conflict. Which statement indicates the nursing supervisor might need to review conflict management with the nurse manager?
1. "Since all conflicts cause friction and are bad for morale, I need to interject whenever conflict arises." 2. "I need to make sure everyone in my department understands I will not tolerate unresolved conflict." 2. "I know conflict can occur personally or with others, so I need to make sure to learn how to best handle each." 4. "I think the anger that begins with people in conflict would be motivating in some situations."