The laboring patient who is at 3 cm dilation and 25% effaced is asking for analgesia. The nurse explains the analgesia usually is not administered prior to the establishment of the active phase. Identify the appropriate rationale for this practice
A) This would cause fetal depression in utero.
B) This may prolong labor and increase complications.
C) The effects would wear off before delivery.
D) This can lead to maternal hypertension.
B
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a. Providing a private place to interview the client b. Delegating other tasks to a colleague while speaking to the client c. Addressing the client as "honey" to provide comfort d. Asking about his daily activities and hobbies during the interview e. Listening intently to his responses and not being distracted by his nonverbal communication
Prolonged steroid therapy has caused a child to have Cushing syndrome. To lessen the cushingoid effects, the steroid should be administered at which time?
a. In the PM b. After lunch c. QD in the AM d. QOD in the AM
Ms. Rudman, age 74 years, has no known health problems or diseases. You are doing a preventive health care history and examination. Which symptom is associated with intrathoracic infection?
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A grief support group was held at the local community center to assist persons who were dealing with issues of loss. Which remark by one of the members would the nurse interpret as indicating unresolved feelings of guilt?
1. "I know that my husband had a good life." 2. "It seems I miss my son more as time goes on." 3. "I still wish I had gotten to him sooner." 4. "Christmas is always a sad time for me."