The postpartum patient asks the nurse, "When will my skin look normal again?" Which skin change of pregnancy does the nurse explain will not disappear?

a. Chloasma
b. Linea nigra
c. Palmar erythema
d. Striae gravidarum


ANS: D
Striae gravidarum (stretch marks) gradually fade and become less noticeable, but they do not disappear completely.

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1. Hinshaw 2. Davis 3. Kramer 4. Simpson

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When collecting a specimen from a client suspected of substance abuse, the nurse is aware of which of the following? (Select all that apply.)

a. Marijuana may be detected in urine for up to 3 to 30 days. b. Cocaine may be detected in urine for up to 2 to 3 days. c. Cocaine may be detected in hair for up to months to years. d. Alcohol may be detected in urine for up to 3 to 30 days. e. Methamphetamine may be detected in blood up to 3 to 6 months. f. Marijuana may be detected in blood for up to 3 to 30 days.

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What immunization is provided to infants at birth?

a. Hepatitis B b. Diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis (DPT) c. Measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) d. Pneumococcal (PCV)

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When teaching women about breast self-examination, the nurse includes all of the following EXCEPT

a. perform the breast self-exam the day your period starts b. complete the breast self-examination monthly c. feel all of the breast and chest up under your armpit and up to the collarbone d. lie down when completing the breast self-examination

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