A nurse is counseling a pregnant client about maternal serum marker screening. She wants to go ahead with the test to rule out anencephaly
The client understands the risks associated with the test and is worried about what to do if the test shows a positive result even if the child is completely healthy. Which of the following nursing diagnoses would be most appropriate?
A) Risk for Anxiety related to false-positive test results
B) Deficient Knowledge related to maternal serum marker screening
C) Decisional Conflict related to prenatal diagnostic testing options
D) Risk for Infection related to performance of invasive procedures
A
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What is the most appropriate nursing action? A) Obtain radiographs of the head and neck. B) Report symptoms to adult protective services. C) Document findings in permanent record. D) Obtain clotting panel laboratory studies.
What supplement would be safest for a diabetic female athlete wishing to improve athletic performance?
A) Bee pollen B) Damiana C) Wild yam D) Spirulina
After obtaining a full set of vital signs, the nurse assesses the client's fifth vital sign as a 7 on a scale of 1 to 10 (or 7/10). Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?
a. Document the pulse pressure as normal and continue the client's assessment. b. Review the client's records to determine the last time he received pain medication. c. Assess the client's pulse on the opposite side for comparison. d. Wait 2 minutes and retake the client's blood pressure.
What is the most frequently used type of data in qualitative studies?
A) Observation B) Self-reports C) Descriptive observation D) Photo elicitation interview