The nurse is providing client teaching on the importance of adequate iron intake for the woman planning pregnancy in the near future. An important teaching point is that:
A) iron deficiency could cause inadequate oxygenation of fetal tissue. B) iron is obtained by eating high-starch foods such as pasta and potatoes. C) iron can be taken weekly by oral supplement if the woman is anemic. D) iron is essential to the development of bones.
A
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A) Assessing the extremity for neurovascular integrity B) Keeping the patient from sliding to the foot of the bed C) Keeping the ropes over the center of the pulley D) Ensuring that the weights hang freely at all times
What changes in sleep patterns are often seen in older adults? (Select all that apply.)
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The nurse is preparing materials to instruct the parents of a newborn. What should the nurse identify as a safety hazard in an infant?
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