Why is the nurse concerned about a patient in her first trimester of pregnancy being exposed to German measles?
a. The disease is capable of causing a spontaneous abortion.
b. The disease is capable of causing birth defects.
c. The disease is capable of causing high fever and convulsions.
d. The disease is capable of interfering with placental implantation.
ANS: B
Rubella is a known teratogen, which can cause birth defects.
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1. Assess her most recent laboratory values. 2. Ask her to complete a nutritional questionnaire. 3. Observe for clinical signs of malnutrition. 4. Ask about her cooking facilities.
The nurse assesses that although the college professor has retired, he still perceives himself as an educator and retains his academic title and professional association membership. How could the change in employment status be reflected in the professor?
a. Altered self-image b. Neglect of his family c. Identity crisis d. Habitual professional behavior
The pediatric nurse arranges for a child life therapist to provide directed therapeutic play for a hospitalized patient. The nurse knows that the following is an example of this type of play
Select all answers that apply. A) Giving a child a requested ride in a wagon B) Finger painting with a child to release anxiety C) Playing a card game with a child waiting for X-rays D) Using puppets to demonstrate how to make new friends
When a client is experiencing severe anxiety, which of the following is the priority intervention?
A) Give the client medication immediately. B) Move the client to a quiet environment. C) Offer the client therapy to calm down. D) Put the client in seclusion temporarily.