The nurse understands that, compared with a mature woman, the pregnant adolescent is at greater risk for:
A. thrombophlebitis.
B. excessive weight gain.
C. respiratory tract infection.
D. pregnancy-induced hypertension.
D
Pregnant adolescents are at greater risk for pregnancy-induced hypertension, anemia, nutri-tional deficiencies, and urinary tract infections.
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When the nurse questions the client about recent stressors the client becomes irritated and states, "I am sick. Why are you asking me about all of this stress stuff?" Which response by the nurse is the most appropriate? 1. "Stress can impact our body by producing a variety of symptoms." 2. "Your nausea and fatigue are most often related to an overabundance of stress in life." 3. "Asking about stress is required for every client." 4. "We all have stress and I need to see how much you have."
A student nurse is preparing to care for a patient with bronchiectasis. The student nurse should recognize that this patient is likely to experience respiratory difficulties related to what pathophysiologic process?
A) Intermittent episodes of acute bronchospasm B) Alveolar distention and impaired diffusion C) Dilation of bronchi and bronchioles D) Excessive gas exchange in the bronchioles
What symptoms would indicate depression in an older adult who has recently been admitted to a long-term care facility? (Select all that apply.)
a. Appetite changes b. Weight loss c. Complaints of minor physical ailments d. Sleep disturbances e. Taking part in only one social activity a day
Mydriatic agents are used to _____ the pupils.
a. dilate b. constrict c. hydrate d. ectropion