An important contraindication for valproic acid use is:
a. preexisting liver disease.
b. asthma.
c. migraine headaches.
d. bipolar disorder.
a
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When caring for a laboring patient, the nurse notes the onset of sudden vaginal bleeding at the beginning of cervical dilation. The patient denies any pain. What action by the nurse is best?
A. Document the findings in the woman's chart. B. Place the woman in a knee-chest position. C. Prepare the woman for an immediate cesarean birth. D. Perform a careful vaginal exam to assess for exposed umbilical cord vessels.
When observing the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) checking pedal pulses, the nurse identifies which technique as appropriate?
1. Palpating the inner aspect of the biceps muscle of the arm 2. Palpating the femoral artery as it passes alongside the inguinal ligament 3. Palpating the pulse from the middle of the ankle to the space between the big and second toe 4. Palpating the client's chest
A patient receives aspart (NovoLog) insulin at 8:00 AM. Which time will it be most important for the nurse to monitor for symptoms of hypoglycemia?
a. 10:00 AM b. 12:00 AM c. 2:00 PM d. 4:00 PM