The 12-year-old client reports that menarche occurred five months ago. She has had bleeding every day this month, and is very worried. The nurse should explain that the most common cause of this bleeding is:
A. Anovulation.
B. Diabetes mellitus.
C. Pregnancy.
D. Von Willebrand disease.
A
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The nurse is discussing the insulin needs of a primiparous client with diabetes who has been using insulin for the past few years
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
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1. "Massage your breasts on a daily basis, and if you find a hardened area, massage it towards the nipple to unblock that duct." 2. "Most first-time moms experience mastitis. It is really quite unusual for a woman having her second baby to get it again." 3. "Apply cabbage leaves to any areas that feel thickened or firm to relieve the swelling." 4. "Take your temperature once a day. This will help you to pick up the infection early, before it becomes severe."