A postpartum patient was in labor for 30 hours and had ruptured membranes for 24 hours. For which of the following would the nurse be alert? A. Endometritis B. Endometriosis C. Salpingitis D. Pelvic thrombophlebitis Correct Answer: A. Endometritis Endometritis is an infection of the uterine lining… Read More »
The nurse is counseling a couple who has sought information about conceiving. The couple asks the nurse to explain when ovulation usually occurs. Which statement by the nurse is correct? A. Two weeks before menstruation. B. Immediately after menstruation. C. Immediately before menstruation. D. Three weeks before menstruation. … Read More »
A newborn who has an asymmetrical Moro reflex response should be further assessed for which of the following? A. Talipes equinovarus B. Fractured clavicle C. Congenital hypothyroidism D. Increased intracranial pressure Correct Answer: B. Fractured clavicle A fractured clavicle would prevent the normal Moro response of symmetrical… Read More »
Discharge teaching for a child with celiac disease would include instructions about avoiding which of the following? A. Rice B. Milk C. Wheat D. Chicken Correct Answer: C. Wheat Children with celiac disease cannot tolerate or digest gluten. Therefore, because of its gluten content, wheat and wheat-containing… Read More »
When the nurse on duty accidentally bumps the bassinet, the neonate throws out its arms, hands open, and begins to cry. The nurse interprets this reaction as indicative of which of the following reflexes? A. Startle reflex B. Babinski reflex C. Grasping reflex D. Tonic neck reflex … Read More »
In which of the following areas would the nurse expect to observe chloasma? A. Breast, areola, and nipples B. Chest, neck, arms, and legs C. Abdomen, breast, and thighs D. Cheeks, forehead, and nose Correct Answer: D. Cheeks, forehead, and nose Chloasma, also called the mask of… Read More »
A postpartum primipara asks the nurse, “When can we have sexual intercourse again?” Which of the following would be the nurse’s best response? A. “Anytime you both want to.” B. “As soon as you choose a contraceptive method.” C. “When the discharge has stopped, and the incision is healed.” D. “After your 6… Read More »
The hormone responsible for the maturation of the Graafian follicle is: A. Follicle-stimulating hormone B. Progesterone C. Estrogen D. Luteinizing hormone Correct Answer: A. Follicle-stimulating hormone The hormone that stimulates the maturation of the Graafian follicle is the Follicle Stimulating Hormone which is released by the anterior… Read More »
The second stage of labor begins with ___ and ends with __? A. Begins with full dilatation of cervix and ends with delivery of placenta. B. Begins with true labor pains and ends with delivery of the baby. C. Begins with complete dilatation and effacement of cervix and ends with delivery of… Read More »
A primigravida client at 25 weeks gestation visits the clinic and tells the nurse that her lower back aches when she arrives home from work. The nurse should suggest that the client perform: A. Tailor sitting B. Leg lifting C. Shoulder circling D. Squatting exercises Correct Answer:… Read More »