A client who has been unable to achieve a pregnancy would have which type of infertility?
a. hormonal c. secondary
b. primary d. structural
B
Infertility, a couple's inability to bear children, may be primary (inability to conceive or sustain any pregnancy) or secondary (related to factors that develop after experiencing a successful pregnancy). Infertility can be related to anatomic problems of the female or male or to endocrine problems.
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A. Arranging a family-physician conference to clarify treatment plans B. Encouraging treatment options based on personal beliefs and values C. Giving contact information for governmental assistance agencies D. Working on a political campaign to reduce poverty in the state
A 22-year-old woman who has severe dysmenorrhea has been prescribed ferrous gluconate (Fergon) to treat iron deficiency anemia. What is it important for the nurse to instruct the patient to avoid when taking the drug?
A) Eggs B) Chocolate C) Pork D) Whole wheat
A primigravida is admitted in labor at 3 centimeters dilation. She asks the nurse, "How long will my labor last?" The nurse's response should indicate that the average length is approximately how many hours?
a. 3 to 5 c. 13 to 15 b. 8 to 10 d. 17 to 19
The nurse is preparing to perform a health assessment on a 32-year-old client and plans to gather data about the client's family medical history
In the absence of genetic testing, the nurse is aware that the family medical history will help the nurse determine which of the following? 1. Genetically inherited diseases that the client will encounter 2. Laboratory tests needed for family diseases 3. Specific risks factors for certain diseases 4. Proper referrals for certain diseases