A pregnant patient is concerned about a blow to the abdomen if she continues to play basketball during her pregnancy. The nurse’s response is based upon her knowledge of which of the following facts concerning amniotic fluid?
1. The total amount of amniotic fluid during pregnancy is 300 mL.
2. Amniotic fluid functions as a cushion to protect against mechanical injury.
3. The fetus does not contribute to the production of amniotic fluid.
4. Amniotic fluid is slightly acidic.
2. Amniotic fluid functions as a cushion to protect against mechanical injury.
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1. loop of Henle. 2. Bowman's capsule. 3. nephron. 4. distal tubule.
A nursing student has announced to a classmate, "Textbooks are so twentieth century. I do all my research on the Internet." How should the classmate best respond to this statement?
A) "In the long run, you'll save money by investing in a few well-recognized textbooks." B) "I agree, but I find that the pictures, graphs, and figures in a textbook can be useful supplements." C) "If you do this, make sure that you personally know the person who produced the information." D) "Remember that anyone can post information online, so the information isn't guaranteed to be accurate."
The nurse is reinforcing discharge instructions to a patient who has a mitral valve prolapse. What information should be included?
a. "Begin a home aerobic exercise program." b. "Perform hourly leg exercises if lying down." c. "Deep breathe and cough hourly when awake." d. "You may have a possible need for prophylactic anticoagulants."
Community-based nursing requires a strong knowledge base in which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
a. Family theory b. Communication c. Group dynamics d. Focus on the individual e. Cultural diversity