In the menstrual cycle, every month the female reproductive system generates an ovum. When the ovum is not fertilized, which of the following factors causes menstruation?
A) The production of progesterone by the corpus luteum begins to increase.
B) The production of estrogen by the corpus luteum begins to decrease.
C) The production of progesterone by the corpus luteum begins to decrease.
D) The production of another ovum begins immediately.
C
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a. Measuring tape b. Skinfold calipers c. Bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) d. Dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA)
The perinatal nurse has assessed Neela, who has a twin pregnancy, and made the following determinations: blood pressure = 136/80; pulse rate = 84; fetal heart rates (FHRs) are between 138–146 bpm and 132–138 bpm; uterine contractions occur every
5–6 minutes, duration = 45 seconds, moderate strength. Neela's birth plan describes her wish to be involved in all decision-making throughout her labor and birth as well as her partner's wish to say a prayer in each infant's ear as soon after birth as possible (he is a Muslim). The perinatal nurse's appropriate actions would include a discussion with Neela and her partner about: A) The need for Neela to have an intravenous infusion administered throughout labor B) The emergent care the infants will require after birth that will not allow the time to pray C) The need for epidural analgesia during labor because of Neela's multiple gestation D) The gestational abilities of the twins at birth, the progress of Neela's labor and the nurse's ability to advocate for prayers if possible
The nurse is observing a graduate nurse's assessment of a postpartum client. For which action by the graduate nurse should the nurse intervene?
1. Asking the client to void before applying clean gloves 2. Instructing visitors to leave the room prior to beginning the assessment 3. Requesting the client lie flat in bed with the head on a pillow prior to the fundal assessment 4. Discussing the effectiveness of comfort measures while performing the perineal assessment
Yolanda is a nursing student caring for Mrs. Gentry, a 77-year-old patient who has been hospitalized after a cerebrovascular accident. While bathing Mrs. Gentry, she noted a reddened area over her coccyx. What is the best thing for Yolanda to do?
A. Tell the health care provider about the area. B. Massage over the skin to restore circulation. C. Rub the area with a moisturizer. D. Reposition Mrs. Gentry more frequently.