The perinatal nurse includes the following when explaining the physiology of artificial rupture of membranes to the student nurse: rupture of membranes causes a release of arachidonic acid, which converts to prostaglandins, substances known to
stimulate oxytocin in the pregnant uterus.
A) True
B) False
A
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A nurse is caring for a client on an epidural patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) pump. What action by the nurse is most important to ensure client safety?
a. Assess and record vital signs every 2 hours. b. Have another nurse double-check the pump settings. c. Instruct the client to report any unrelieved pain. d. Monitor for numbness and tingling in the legs.
Which finding is considered normal and expected when the nurse is performing a physical examination on a pregnant woman?
a. Palpable, full thyroid b. Edema in one lower leg c. Significant diffuse enlargement of the thyroid d. Pale mucous membranes of the mouth
For the client with cancer pain, what is the preferred route of providing pain medication?
a. intramuscular c. oral b. intravenous d. transdermal
Which statement regarding age trends of RNs is correct?
1. The average age of persons holding RN licensure has remained the same for the last 10 years. 2. The average age of male RN graduates is decreasing while the age for female RN graduates is increasing. 3. The average age of RN graduates has increased. 4. Overall, the average age of practicing RNs has decreased.