What is the chief predisposing factor for respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) of the newborn?
a. Low birth weight
b. Alcohol consumption during pregnancy
c. Premature birth
d. Smoking during pregnancy
Answer: c. Premature birth
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Which of the following would the nurse include in the teaching plan for this client about starting and ending therapy? Select all that apply. A) Begin therapy 1 month before exposure. B) Begin therapy 2 weeks before exposure. C) Continue therapy 6 to 8 weeks after leaving endemic area. D) Continue therapy 1 to 2 weeks after leaving endemic area. E) Stop therapy 2 days prior to leaving endemic area.
Which of the following is not considered an advanced practice nurse?
a. clinical nurse specialist (CNS) b. nurse practitioner (NP) c. certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA) d. baccalaureate degree (bachelor of science) in nursing (BSN)
A nurse is discussing treatment options with a client whose life has been negatively impacted by claustrophobia. Which behavioral therapies are most commonly used for phobias? Select all that apply
A) Contracting about avoiding phobic stimuli B) Systematic desensitization C) Imploding (flooding) D) Token economy E) Aversion stimulus
Which is the basic unit of length in the metric system?
A. mile B. inch C. meter D. foot