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The nurse is reviewing the chart information for a client with increased ascites. The data include the following: temperature 98.9°F (37.2°C), heart rate 118 bpm, shallow respirations 26/min, blood pressure 128/76 mm Hg, and SpO2 89% on room air. The nurse should first: 1. assess heart sound...

A client in her third trimester comes to the clinic for an evaluation. Assessment reveals that the cervix is thinning. The client says, "I know my cervix needs to dilate, but why does it get thinner?" Which response by the nurse would be appropriate? a. "You need the cervix to thin so it can s...

After instruction of a primigravid client at 8 weeks' gestation diagnosed with class I heart disease about self-care during pregnancy, which client statement would indicate the need for additional teaching? - Answer- "I should reduce my intake of protein in my diet." A client at 36 weeks' ges...

The nurse is preparing a presentation for a group of adolescents and young adults about sexually transmitted infections and the use of condoms. Which information would the nurse most likely include? -applying the condom snugly over the penis -ensuring that the condom is close to the penis tip -ap...

A nurse cares for a woman who gave birth to a term neonate at 0600. At 1600, the woman has a distended bladder and is reporting pain of 5 on a scale of 1 to 10. The nurse reviews the client's output record. What should the nurse do first? - Answer- Use an in-and-out catheter to empty the bladder. ...

"This is a linea nigra that will fade after the baby is born." - Answer- A pregnant client at about 29 weeks' gestation asks the nurse "What can I do about this dark brown line running down my stomach?" When teaching the client about this brown line, the nurse should tell the client: This sy...

A pregnant woman undergoing amniocentesis asks her nurse why the baby needs this fluid. What would be an accurate response from the nurse? A. "Amniotic fluid keeps the fetus from moving freely inside it to prevent injury." B. "Amniotic fluid cushions your baby to prevent injury." C. "Amnio...

The nurse is caring for several women in the postpartum clinic setting. Which statement(s), when made by one of the clients, would alert the nurse to further assess that client for postpartum psychosis? Select all that apply. a. "When the newborn is sleeping, I can see his thoughts projected on ...

The nurse is visiting a family who has a child with a genetic disorder. The oldest daughter in the family is planning marriage within the next few months. Which intervention should the nurse include that would support the 2030 National Health Goals for genetic disease? a. Counsel the daughter to ...

The nurse is visiting a family who has a child with a genetic disorder. The oldest daughter in the family is planning marriage within the next few months. Which intervention should the nurse include that would support the 2030 National Health Goals for genetic disease? a. Counsel the daughter to ...

The nurse is measuring a contraction from the beginning of the increment to the end of the decrement for the same contraction. The nurse would document this as which finding? A. frequency B. duration C. intensity D. peak B The nurse is assessing a pregnant client at 37 weeks' gestation and ...

A pregnant woman undergoing amniocentesis asks her nurse why the baby needs this fluid. What would be an accurate response from the nurse? a. "Amniotic fluid cushions your baby to prevent injury." b. "Amniotic fluid supplies the food your baby needs to grow." c. "Amniotic fluid keeps the f...