An ultrasound scan of a fetus in the second trimester reveals the absence of a nasal bone. Based on the scan findings, which of the following would the nurse anticipate occurring?
A) The fetus is at risk for preterm birth.
B) The fetus may have Down's syndrome.
C) The fetus' lungs are immature.
D) The chances for stillbirth are increased.
B
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Which attempt by the family to prevent an older, frail adult from falling causes the home health nurse concern?
a. Keeping several low wattage night-lights on in the evening b. Installing wooden railings on the stairway to the bathroom c. Keeping the side rails up on the client's bed at night d. Encouraging the client to use a cane when ambulating
After a bone marrow transplant, a client develops GVHD and is readmitted to the hospital. The nurse intervenes to prevent which potential complication of treatment for GVHD?
a. Anorexia b. Bleeding c. Hypoglycemia d. Infection
Which technique is used during both the history taking and the physical examination process?
a. Auscultation b. Inspection c. Palpation d. Percussion
What is the minimal amount of time that a nurse should scrub hands that are not visibly soiled for effective hand hygiene?
A) 20 seconds B) 30 seconds C) 1 minute D) 5 minutes