The nurse concludes that the prenatal patient has no need for further instruction when she correctly states that amniocentesis can determine which of the baby's characteristics? Select all that apply
a. Sex
b. Maturity
c. Approximate weight
d. Health
e. Genetic defects
A, B, D, E
The amniocentesis can reveal the sex, maturity, health, and some genetic defects.
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The nurse is teaching a group of new parents about their infants. The infants are all 4 weeks of age or less. Which statement should the nurse include?
1. "The baby will respond to you the most if you look directly into your baby's eyes and talk to him." 2. "Each baby is different. Don't try to compare your infant's behavior to any other child's behavior." 3. "If the sound level around your baby is high, the baby will wake up and be fussy or cry." 4. "If your baby is a cuddler, it is because you rocked and talked to him during your pregnancy."
A woman presents to the emergency department in labor and states that she is homeless and has not had prenatal care. The emergency department nurse explains to the nursing student that homeless women face many challenges to getting prenatal care,
including which of the following? A. Caring for other children B. Fear of violence C. Lack of insurance D. Mistrust of health-care providers E. Transportation difficulties
All of these statements indicate impacts of breastfeeding on the family or society at large except:
a. Breastfeeding requires fewer supplies and less cumbersome equipment. b. Breastfeeding saves families money. c. Breastfeeding costs employers in terms of time lost from work. d. Breastfeeding benefits the environment.
The use of an eMAR requires a(n) _______ password when logging on to the computer.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).