The nurse is reviewing the medical record of a patient who just delivered a newborn and is concerned that the patient is at risk for an intrapartal infection. Which information caused the nurse to have this concern?
A) Urinary catheterization
B) Intravenous fluid infusion
C) Use of forceps for the birth
D) Epidural catheter placement
E) Prolonged rupture of membranes
Ans: A, C, E
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A client diagnosed with peripheral vascular disease (PVD) is obese, has a 30-year history of cigarette smoking, and works as a contractor
When discussing risk factors for PVD, which statement by the nurse is appropriate? A) "Nicotine is a vasoconstrictor." B) "Obesity is a factor in cardiovascular disease but not peripheral vascular disease." C) "Nicotine primarily affects coronary arteries and the lungs." D) "Your current occupation is a major risk factor."
The nurse is teaching good sleep habits to the mother of a 2-year-old boy. Which response indicates that the mother understands good sleep habits for her son?
A) "I'll put him to bed at 7 p.m., except on Friday and Saturday." B) "He needs 13 hours of sleep per day, including his nap." C) "I need to put the side of the crib down so he can get out." D) "His father can give him a horseback ride into his bed."
Delayed onset of menstruation or primary amenorrhea is considered if the girl's periods have not begun by which age in years? Record your answer in a whole number. _____
Fill in the blank with correct word.
The nurse is checking on the patient after administering pain medication 30 minutes previously. Which assessment finding best indicates to the nurse that the pain medication was effective?
a. The patient is sleeping quietly. b. The patient states that she has no pain. c. The patient's respirations are slow and regular. d. The patient's blood pressure has returned to baseline.