Medications used to manage postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) include (choose all that ap-ply):
a. Pitocin.
b. Methergine.
c. Terbutaline.
d. Hemabate.
e. Magnesium sulfate.
A, B, D
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Correct These medications are all used to manage PPH.
Incor-rect These medications are tocolytics; relaxation of the uterus causes or wor-sens PPH.
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On Unit 62, the nurses and the unit manager have been involved in shared decision making related to the model of nursing care delivery that the unit will adopt
All individuals have parti-cipated and been involved in decision making and implementation of changes. When issues arise during implementation, it is expected that: a. Accountability resides entirely with the unit manager. b. Individual expertise will be utilized to provide solutions, but that responsibility for the change is shared. c. No one really has any accountability or responsibility for the changes. d. This will contribute to widespread skep-ticism among the staff about the probabil-ity of success.
The nurse is providing anticipatory guidance to parents of a 6-month-old on preventing an accidental poisoning injury. Which should the nurse include in the teaching? (Select all that apply.)
a. Place plants on the floor. b. Place medications in a cupboard. c. Discard used containers of poisonous substances. d. Keep cosmetic and personal products out of the child's reach. e. Make sure that paint for furniture or toys does not contain lead.
Which of the following leadership styles will be demonstrated by an effective leader?
a. Autocratic c. Consultative b. Situational d. Democratic
Chloasma is best defined as:
A) A darkening of the nipples, areolae, axillae, and vulva. B) A line of pigmentation that extends from the symphysis pubis to the umbilicus. C) A hyperpigmentation of the skin that develops on the face. D) Pinkish-red streaks with slight depressions in the skin that appear over the abdomen, thighs, breasts, and buttocks.