Cord blood gases from one of the umbilical arteries best represent
A. The status of fetal acid-base balance
B. The status of maternal oxygenation
C. The status of placental function
Answer: A. The status of fetal acid-base balance
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1. Elevated low-density lipoproteins (HDLs) 2. Low blood pressure 3. Obesity 4. Diabetes mellitus
RhoGAM is given to the postpartum patient for the purpose of:
1. Preventing congenital birth defects through vaccination. 2. Preventing or avoiding the chronic state of infection of hepatitis B. 3. Preventing sensitization from the fetomaternal transfusion of Rh-positive fetal red blood cells. 4. Preventing the spread of Group B streptococcal infection in the neonate.
During an assessment, the nurse notes the anterior fontanel of a 5 month old is open. This finding:
1. Is abnormal, and the doctor should be immediately notified. 2. Is abnormal at this age, and a head circumference should be done prior to calling the doctor. 3. Is normal at this age. 4. Is normal and should close by the age of two.
The school health nurse is discussing vitamin supplements with a group of parents at the monthly PTO meeting. What concept would the nurse include in the teaching about vitamin C?
1. Vitamin C increases the absorption of iron when the two are taken together. 2. Vitamin C will prevent the symptoms of the common cold. 3. Vitamin C is synthesized in all mammals and not required as a supplement. 4. Vitamin C should be taken in large doses to reach therapeutic level rapidly.