The nurse is planning a prenatal class on fetal development. Which characteristics of prenatal development should the nurse include for a fetus of 24 weeks, based on fertilization age? (Select all that apply.)
a. Ear cartilage firm
b. Skin wrinkled and red
c. Testes descending toward the inguinal rings
d. Surfactant production nears mature levels
e. Fetal movement becoming progressively more noticeable
b. Skin wrinkled and red
c. Testes descending toward the inguinal rings
e. Fetal movement becoming progressively more noticeable
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A) Enoxaparin (Lovenox) B) Metoprolol (Lopressor) C) Azathioprine (Imuran) D) Amoxicillin (Amoxil)
During the follicular stage of menstruation, increased estradiol production causes an increase in FSH production. This increase in FSH production by the anterior pituitary gland will have what effect on the follicle?
A) The follicle will continue to grow until it can no longer stay in its membrane. B) The follicle will die, which results in a fall of FSH. C) The follicle will continue to grow and produce estradiol. D) The follicle will secrete additional hormones to attract swimming sperm.
When describing organ donation to the family of a dying child, which of the following would the nurse include in the discussion?
A) Telling them that further harm may occur to the child through the process B) Tell them that their cultural and religious beliefs will be considered C) Including this topic in the discussion of impending death D) Informing the family that organ donation will delay the funeral
The nurse is teaching the student nurse how to perform a physical assessment based on the child's developmental stage
Which of the following statements accurately describes a recommended guideline for setting the tone of the examination for a school-age child? A) Keep up a running dialogue with the caregiver, explaining each step as you do it. B) Include the child in all parts of the examination; speak to the caregiver before and after the examination. C) Speak to the child using mature language and appeal to his or her desire for self-care. D) Address the child by name; speak to the caregiver and do the most invasive parts last.