What is the primary risk to the developing fetus of cocaine use during pregnancy?

A) decreased fetal circulation and oxygenation
B) increased maternal weight gain and edema
C) neural tube defects and low birth weight
D) respiratory difficulties and excess mucus


A

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1. To recheck the blood sugar in 6 hours 2. To begin an IV of 10% dextrose 3. To feed the baby 1 ounce of formula 4. To document the findings in the chart

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Which of the following contributed to increased health care spending?

a. Aging of the population b. Increased numbers of people with private insurance c. Decreased incidence of violence d. Decreased use of technology

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Which client would benefit from interventions to decrease the risk of developing constipation?

1. An adult who is on bed rest 2. An infant who is breast-fed 3. A school-age child at recess 4. A toddler who is now walking

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Which of the following terms describes the psychological effect of telling a patient that his medication will decrease pain?

A. analgesic effect B. subliminal effect C. placebo effect D. psychological effect

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