In comparison to maternal blood, the affinity of fetal blood for oxygen is
A. Higher
B. Lower
C. The same
Ans: A. Higher
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A diabetes nurse is discussing lifestyle measures that a patient with a recent diagnosis of type 1 diabetes can use to manage his disease. When discussing the benefits of exercise with this patient, the nurse should recommend that he:
A) Eat a snack immediately following exercise to prevent hypoglycemia B) Use exercise to lower his blood sugar during hyperglycemic episodes C) Exercise a similar amount at a similar time each day D) Avoid physical activity until he is able to manage his blood sugars independently
The nurse is caring for a laboring client with thrombocytopenia. During labor, it is determined that the client requires a cesarean delivery. The nurse is preparing the client for surgery, and is performing preoperative teaching
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).