The client asks the nurse what the purpose of amniocentesis is, and the nurse responds that amniocentesis is performed in order to:
A) analyze chemicals and chromosomes of fetal cells. B) analyze fetal position and presentation. C) determine estimated due date. D) determine fetal growth and development.
A
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The nurse would suggest the parents of an asthmatic child to encourage participation in which sport(s)? (Select all that apply.)
a. Swimming b. Gymnastics c. Baseball d. Cross-country skiing e. Distance running
A registered nurse is discovered stealing a patient's narcotic medication for personal use. Which of the following is most likely to happen to the nurse?
a. The nurse can be sued by the patient for pain and suffering (because the patient did not get the medication prescribed). b. The nurse who shows acceptance of a drug problem may be allowed limited practice under supervision while undergoing treatment and monitoring. c. The nurse will go to jail like any criminal caught stealing. d. The nurse will lose employment, as well as the license allowing professional practice.
The patient who had a prostatectomy 1 year ago now has elevations in serum acid phosphatase, alkaline phosphatase, and calcium levels. The nurse is aware that these are in-dicators of:
1. reduction of cancer risk. 2. orchiditis. 3. testicular cancer. 4. metastasis.
A group of neonatal nurses plan to implement kangaroo care on their unit. Which is an example of a possible intervention for the preterm infant?
a. Wrap the infant snugly in a blanket during periods of stress. b. Place the naked infant on the mother's chest between her breasts. c. Have the parent use a pouchlike carrier when holding the infant. d. Teach the parents how to perform gentle infant massage.