Which of the following would cause a false-positive result on a pregnancy test? A. The test was performed less than 10 days after an abortion. B. The test was performed too early or too late in the pregnancy. C. The urine sample was stored too long at room temperature. D. A… Read More »
A multigravida at 38 weeks’ gestation is admitted with painless, bright red bleeding and mild contractions every 7 to 10 minutes. Which of the following assessments should be avoided? A. Maternal vital sign B. Fetal heart rate C. Contraction monitoring D. Cervical dilation Correct Answer: D. Cervical dilation… Read More »
The expected weight gain in a normal pregnancy during the 3rd trimester is: A. 1 pound a week B. 2 pounds a week C. 10 lbs a month D. 10 lbs total weight gain in the 3rd trimester Correct Answer: A. 1 pound a week During the… Read More »
This drug is usually given parenterally to enhance uterine contraction: A. Terbutaline B. Pitocin C. Magnesium sulfate D. Lidocaine Correct Answer: B. Pitocin The common oxytocin given to enhance uterine contraction is Pitocin. This is also the drug given to induce labor. Option A: Terbutaline, sold under the… Read More »
A client at 36 weeks gestation is scheduled for a routine ultrasound prior to amniocentesis. After teaching the client about the purpose of the ultrasound, which of the following client statements would indicate to the nurse in charge that the client needs further instruction? A. The ultrasound will help to locate the placenta. … Read More »
The nurse instructs a laboring client to use accelerated blow breathing. The client begins to complain of tingling fingers and dizziness. Which action should the nurse take? A. Administer oxygen by face mask. B. Notify the health care provider of the client’s symptoms. C. Have the client breathe into her cupped hands.… Read More »
During the first 4 hours after a male circumcision, assessing for which of the following is the priority? A. Infection B. Hemorrhage C. Discomfort D. Dehydration Correct Answer: B. Hemorrhage Hemorrhage is a potential risk following any surgical procedure. Although the infant has been given vitamin K to… Read More »
Which of the following would the nurse expect to assess in a child with celiac disease having a celiac crisis secondary to an upper respiratory infection? A. Respiratory distress B. Lethargy C. Watery diarrhea D. Weight gain Correct Answer: C. Watery diarrhea Episodes of celiac crises are… Read More »
The first thing that a nurse must ensure when the baby’s head comes out is A. The cord is intact B. No part of the cord is encircling the baby’s neck C. The cord is still attached to the placenta D. The cord is still pulsating Correct… Read More »
For a patient in active labor, the nurse-midwife plans to use an internal electronic fetal monitoring (EFM) device. What must occur before the internal EFM can be applied? A. The membranes must rupture. B. The fetus must be at 0 station. C. The cervix must be dilated fully. D. The patient… Read More »