The client who is in the first trimester of pregnancy has been diagnosed with syphilis. Which statement about congenital syphilis indicates that further education is necessary? "Syphilis infection during pregnancy could cause my baby to have:
A. Intrauterine growth restriction."
B. Preterm birth."
C. Stillbirth."
D. Vesicular rash."
D
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During an assessment interview, a client diagnosed with antisocial personality disorder spits, curses, and refuses to answer questions. Which is the appropriate nursing response to this behavior?
1. "You are very disrespectful. You need to learn to control yourself." 2. "I understand that you are angry, but this behavior will not be tolerated." 3. "What behaviors could you modify to improve this situation?" 4. "What anti-personality disorder medications have helped you in the past?"
A client is concerned about the risk of developing renal carcinoma. The nurse should respond by asking which of the following questions that would indicate the client may be at increased risk of developing of renal carcinoma?
1. "Do you smoke cigarettes?" 2. "Do you exercise regularly?" 3. "Are you taking any medications?" 4. "Do you take herbal supplements?"
The prenatal clinic nurse has received four phone calls. Which client should the nurse call back first?
1. Pregnant woman at 28 weeks with history of asthma who is reporting difficulty breathing and shortness of breath 2. Pregnant woman at 6 weeks with a seizure disorder who is inquiring which foods are good folic acid sources for her 3. Pregnant woman at 35 weeks with a positive HBsAG who is wondering what treatment her baby will receive after birth 4. Pregnant woman at 11 weeks with untreated hyperthyroidism who is describing the onset of vaginal bleeding
The nurse is counseling a female patient who reports taking feverfew to treat premenstrual syndrome and migraines. Which statement by the patient indicates understanding of the teaching?
a. "I should experience immediate effects with this herb." b. "I should not take feverfew if I get pregnant." c. "I should take feverfew with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to enhance its effects." d. "If I develop gastrointestinal (GI) upset, I should stop taking feverfew immediately."