Which mechanical method is used the most often for cervical ripening?
A) Membrane stripping
B) Insertion of laminaria
C) Sexual intercourse
D) Foley bulb with extra-amniotic infusion
Ans: A
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A) Takes a histamine-2 antagonist medication daily B) Has never smoked or lived with anyone who smoked C) Usually has a good appetite without swallowing difficulty D) Has his teeth cleaned every 6 months and brushes often
Mr. Porter is a resident at Spruce Harbor Nursing Center. His wife now needs nursing center care. OBRA requires that:
a. Mrs. Porter goes to a different center. b. Mr. and Mrs. Porter have separate rooms. c. Mr. and Mrs. Porter have separate beds. d. Mr. and Mrs. Porter share the same room if they wish to.
The nurse notices that a 10-month-old infant being seen in the clinic is wearing expensive, inflexible, high-top shoes. The nurse should explain that:
a. Soft and flexible shoes are generally better. b. High-top shoes are necessary for support. c. Inflexible shoes are necessary to prevent in-toeing and out-toeing. d. This type of shoe will encourage the infant to walk sooner.
Which of these actions would be appropriate for the nurse to take when following standard precautions for protection from HIV exposure?
a. Wash own open skin lesion after providing care. b. Put on gloves before touching body fluids. c. Recap intramuscular needles after injection. d. Remove one finger on a glove during venipuncture.