Pregnancy is a hypercoagulable state, where the mother's blood clots more readily. Is this statement true or false?
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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This is because of an increase in factors that favor coagulation and a decrease in factors
that inhibit coagulation. Fibrinogen increases by 50% and factors VII, VIII, IX, and X also
rise.
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The nurse is having a client sign an informed consent to have an amniocentesis performed. The risks of the procedure include: (Select all that apply.)
A) premature rupture of fetal membranes. B) placental detachment. C) infection. D) placenta previa. E) eclampsia
In the outpatient setting, the nurse should expect to provide the following services in a medication clinic? Select all that apply
A) Monitor side effects. B) Provide medication education. C) Purchase the client's medications. D) Locate medication funding sources. E) Administer medications.
Which of the following terms describes the entrance of the uterus?
A. cervix B. coccyx C. urethral meatus D. vagina
A patient reports that he is overwhelmed with anxiety. Which question would be most important to use in assessing the patient during your first meeting?
a. "What kinds of things do you do to reduce or cope with your stress?" b. "Tell me about your family history—do any relatives have problems with stress?" c. "Tell me about exercise—how far do you typically run when you go jogging?" d. "Stress can interfere with sleep. How much did you sleep last night?"