Briefly define the following terms:
Resection: partial excision or removal of a structure.
Metastasis: movement of body cells from one part of the body to another. The usual application is to the manifestation of a malignancy in a secondary growth arising from the primary growth in a new location.
Gastrostomy: surgical creation of a gastric fistula through the abdominal wall. Made for the purpose of introducing food into the stomach.
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During the history, the client admits to being HIV-positive, and says she knows that she is about 16 weeks pregnant
Which statements made by the client indicate an understanding of the plan of care both during the pregnancy and postpartally? Select all that apply. 1. "During labor and delivery, I can expect the zidovudine (AZT) to be given in my IV." 2. "After delivery, the dose of zidovudine (AZT) will be doubled to prevent further infection." 3. "My baby will be started on zidovudine (AZT) within 12 hours of delivery." 4. "My baby's zidovudine (AZT) will be given in a cream form." 5. "My baby will not need zidovudine (AZT) if I take it during my pregnancy."
The primigravida in labor asks the nurse to explain the electronic fetal heart rate monitor strip. The fetal heart rate baseline is 150, with accelerations to 165, variable decelerations to 140, and moderate long-term variability
Which statement indicates that the client understands the nurse's teaching? "The most important part of fetal heart monitoring is the" 1. "Absence of variable decelerations." 2. "Presence of variability." 3. "Fetal heart rate baseline." 4. "Depth of decelerations."
In considering the psychosocial problems common to young and middle-aged adults, it is important to remember:
A) The age range of clients who fit in this category is from 18 to 65 years of age. B) These categories are specific to Western culture secondary to a lengthened lifespan. C) Young and middle-aged adults the world over are transitioning into longer stages of development. D) These categories apply only in the United States due to our superior technological advances.
The AAP recommends discharge of the late preterm infant after
a. 24 hours b. 48 hours c. 72 hours