The physician responsible for the care of the client has determined the need for the use of forceps. The client asks why this is needed. The nurse should explain that the client's indication for the use of forceps is:
A. Because her support person is exhausted.
B. Due to premature placental separation.
C. To shorten the first stage of labor.
D. To prevent fetal distress.
B
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When comparing abruptio placentae and placenta previa, which manifestation would be most typical of abruptio placentae?
a. abdominal pain c. maternal hypotension b. painless vaginal spotting d. decreased hemoglobin
A 7-year-old boy has been admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of fever of unknown origin. He has numerous tests ordered for diagnosis. When preparing him for the blood tests ordered, the best explanation would be,
A) "The technician will draw your blood; it will just hurt for a minute." B) "The doctor needs some of your blood; trust me, it won't hurt." C) "The doctor needs to look at your blood to see why you are sick; it will hurt for a second." D) "I need to draw some blood from you. Will you hold still for me?"
The experienced nurse assessing a battered woman client uses many open-ended questions during the interview. The rationale for this is that:
1. The woman will feel more in charge of the interview 2. Such questions allow for simple yes or no answers when the client is upset 3. The questions are direct and easily understood by anxious individuals 4. Clients can refuse to answer when sensitive information is being probed