A patient in labor asks what causes labor to begin. Which statement is a possible explanation?
A) Progesterone levels rise at term to initiate contractions
B) The ovary releases additional estrogen at term
C) Prostaglandins may be the causative factor of labor
D) Calcium is drawn from bones to block relaxation fibers
Ans: C
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A nursing manager has noticed increasing incidents of rudeness and lack of cooperation among co-workers. Which action by the manager is best?
a. Holding a staff meeting and reminding the staff of policies regarding behavior b. Disciplining the "ringleaders" in order to make an example for the other staff c. Having informal meetings to solicit staff opinions on the workplace d. Announcing that raises will be withheld from staff members engaging in this behavior
Intervention to reduce preterm birth can be divided into primary prevention and secondary prevention. What does secondary prevention include?
1. Diagnosis and treatment of infections 2. Cervical cerclage 3. Progesterone administration 4. Antibiotic treatment and tocolysis
How often should drug levels be monitored when a seizure medication has controlled the seizures and the drug level is adequate
a. Every 3 months b. Every 6 months c. Annually d. Whenever there is a problem
A client with cognitive deficits is extremely suicidal. The client has not responded to antidepressants and the treatment team is considering electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). What client information would impact the feasibility of this treatment option?
A. Because the client is extremely suicidal, ECT is an appropriate option. B. Because antidepressant medications have been ineffective, ECT is a good alternative. C. Because informed consent is required for ECT, cognitive deficits could preclude this option. D. Because of the client's cognitive deficits, a signed consent is waived.