A woman in the 40th week of pregnancy calls the nurse at the clinic and says she's not sure whether she is in true or false labor. The nurse responds based on the understanding that in false labor:
A) contractions are felt mainly in the lower back
B) walking around generally relieves contractions
C) the fetus usually demonstrates less activity
D) the vaginal mucosa has a definite pink tinge
B
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The nurse is conducting a gait and posture assessment for a client who is experiencing mobility issues. Which action by the nurse is appropriate during this assessment?
A) Assess muscle mass and strength. B) Measure extremities for length and circumference. C) Inspect the spine for curvature. D) Palpate for tenderness and pain.
The nurse at the diabetes clinic is instructing a client who is struggling with compliance to the diabetic diet. When discussing disease progression, which manifestation of the disease process on the urinary system is most notable?
A) Clients have frequent urinary tract infections. B) Clients develop a neurogenic bladder. C) Clients have urinary frequency. D) Clients have chronic renal failure.
The schedule of prenatal care should be:
A. Every 2 weeks between 28 and 36 weeks B. Every week between 28 and 36 weeks C. Every week between 36 and 40 weeks D. A & C
A client in the clinic asks why the nurse wants the client to participate in a research project when research on the subject has been published by the American Medical Association (AMA). The nurse concludes that a goal of nursing research is to:
1. Validate nursing through medical research. 2. Educate the public about the profession. 3. Compare products used in nursing care. 4. Support the medical profession.