A pregnant client asks the nurse how her baby gets oxygen to breathe. What is the nurse's best response?
a. "Oxygen-rich blood is delivered through the umbilical vein to the baby."
b. "Take lots of deep breaths because the baby gets all of its oxygen from you."
c. "You don't need to be concerned about your baby getting enough oxygen."
d. "The baby's lungs are not mature enough to actually breathe, so don't worry."
a. "Oxygen-rich blood is delivered through the umbilical vein to the baby."
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a. enrolling her in a health club. b. taking her to the mall in a wheelchair. c. purchasing clothes to disguise the cast. d. spending a majority of their time with her.
The student nurse is aware that alcohol is classified as:
a. an amphetamine b. a barbiturate c. a central nervous system (CNS) depressant d. an opiate
Skilled care nursing facilities often use a medication system that dispenses unit-dose medication for what period of time?
A) One dose B) One day C) One week D) One month
Which of the following would be considered level 1 research evidence when evaluating evidence for the establishment of IV site care and maintenance for a medical-surgical unit?
a. Case study review of dressings used at a similar-sized hospital b. Expert opinion of best dressings used in hospital settings c. Quasi-experimental study evaluating types of dressings used at selected hospitals d. Randomized clinical trial study conducted on types of dressings used in hospital settings