A laboring woman's husband tells the nurse that his wife is shaking and does not want him to touch her anymore. The nurse should explain that these characteristics are normal and should not be taken personally
What phase of labor is the woman likely to be in? a. Active c. Second
b. First d. Transition
D
Irritability and exhibiting anger toward the labor coach are characteristic of transition from the first stage to the second stage of labor.
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a. leadership. b. management. c. professionalism. d. vision.
The lack of a common language to facilitate data collection and decision making was recognized as a problem in health care and nursing several years ago. Which of the following are recognized nursing languages? Select all that apply
1. CCC 2. UMLS 3. NOC 4. PNDS 5. ICNP
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A) ½ to 1 cm B) 1 to 2 cm C) 1 to 2½ cm D) 2 to 3 cm
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A) Risk for Aggressive Behaviors related to alcohol abuse. B) Risk for Self-Mutilation related to alcohol withdrawal and altered thought processes. C) Risk for Other-Directed Violence related to alcohol withdrawal. D) Risk for Altered Development related to chronic effects of alcohol intoxication.