The nurse is preparing an educational program for community members focusing on the importance of prenatal care
Which statistic should the nurse use to determine the adequacy of prenatal care in the United States for this presentation?
A) Fertility rate
B) Abortion rate
C) Genetic anomaly rate
D) Maternal mortality rate
Ans: D
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Which nursing interventions will help prevent sharp spikes in ICP and surgical hemorrhage?
a. Keep the head of the bed elevated 45 to 90 degrees. b. Administer an antiemetic to prevent vomiting. c. Provide fluid restriction. d. Help with turn, cough, and deep breathe exercises.
A nurse is caring for an older patient who is sedentary and does not want to participate in any activities. What action by the nurse is best?
a. Inform the patient about the consequences of immobility. b. Promote activity by explaining the "use it or lose it" concept. c. Tell the patient he or she will feel better by being more active. d. Explain the relationship of being active and being independent.
Anticipatory guidance for an infant for the 4th month should include the fact that she probably will
A) develop a fear of strangers. B) be able to turn over onto the back. C) insist on things being done her way. D) have many "blue" or moody periods.
Women are at the highest risk for developing postpartum depression for up to how long after childbirth?
a. 2 weeks c. 3 months b. 1 month d. 6 months