The nurse is helping an indigent HIV-positive pregnant patient set up a post delivery care plan for her baby. What should the nurse include during that discussion?
A) "You understand that you can't breast-feed, right? Even though formula is expensive, you'll need to figure out a way to get it."
B) "You're not planning to breast-feed, are you? That would be dangerous for the baby."
C) "HIV can be passed to the baby from breast-feeding so it's important that you give the baby formula. You probably can't afford formula, can you?"
D) "HIV can be passed to the baby from breast-feeding so it's important that you give the baby formula. Formula is pretty expensive so I'll give you some information for places you can contact if you ever need some help getting it."
Ans: D
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a. orthostatic hypotension. b. increase risk of heart disease. c. loss of short-term memory. d. worsening shortness of breath.
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The nurse is preparing for the admission of an infant who will have several procedures performed. In which situation is informed consent required? Select all that apply
a. Catheterized urine collection b. IV line insertion c. Oxygen administration d. Lumbar puncture e. CT scan with contrast
A patient who gave birth 5 hours ago has completely saturated a perineal pad within 15 minutes. Which action by the nurse should be implemented first?
A) Assess vital signs. B) Assess the fundus. C) Notify the health care provider. D) Begin an IV infusion of Ringer's lactate solution.