The partner of a pregnant client comes to the clinic with her. He complains to the nurse that he is experiencing different physical changes
The nurse determines he is experiencing couvade when he describes which symptoms? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Fatigue
2. Increased appetite
3. Headache
4. Backache
5. High anxiety level
1, 2, 3, 4
Explanation: 1. Couvade is demonstrated by increased fatigue in the partner.
2. Couvade is demonstrated by an increased appetite in the partner.
3. Couvade is demonstrated by the partner's having headaches.
4. Couvade is demonstrated by the partner's experiencing backache.
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a. 5 mL/hr b. 50 mL/hr c. 20 mL/hr d. 17 mL/hr
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