Maternal serum alpha-fetoprotein (MSAFP) levels have been used as a screening tool for ____________________ in pregnancy
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word
neural tube defects
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The mother of a premature newborn asks the nurse why the baby's eyes are cloudy. Which response by the nurse is appropriate?
A) "It is because of an allergic reaction." B) "It happens with most newborns." C) "It is because you developed an illness while carrying the baby before birth." D) "It is seen with premature infants."
A 29-year-old patient reporting painful urination and knee pain is diagnosed with reactive arthritis. The nurse will plan to teach the patient about the need for several months of therapy with
a. anakinra (Kineret). b. etanercept (Enbrel). c. doxycycline (Vibramycin). d. methotrexate (Rheumatrex).
When using a group approach, it is important for the nurse to recognize the effects that differences may have on groups. Which of the following statements regarding differences in group members is true?
a. Differences between the nurse and group members are to be expected and are unlikely to interfere with group cohesion. b. For some people, being different from the general population and similar to other group members is a compelling force for group membership. c. Members' perception of differences can increase group cohesion by creating competition. d. The less alike group members are, the stronger a group's attraction.
The nurse is assisting a physician in the delivery of a baby via vacuum extraction. Which of the following nursing diagnoses for the gravida is appropriate at this time?
A) Risk for injury B) Colonic constipation C) Risk for impaired parenting D) Ineffective individual coping