The nurse is planning care for a client at 30-weeks gestation who is experiencing
preterm labor.
Terbutaline (Brethine) 0.25 mg subcutaneously q15 minutes x 3
Ampicillin 1 gram IV push q8h.
Betamethasone (Celestone) 12 mg deep IM
Butorphanol (Stadol) 1 mg IV push q2h PRN pain
2. A pregnant woman in the first trimester of pregnancy has hemoglobin of 8.6 mg/dl
and a hematocrit of 25.1 %. What food should the nurse encourage this client to include in her
diet?
Carrots
Chicken
Yogurt
Cheese
3. The nurse is preparing to administer methylergonovine maleate (Methergine) to a
postpartum client. Based on what assessment finding should the nurse withhold the drug?
Respiratory rate of 22 breaths/min
A large amount of lochia rubra
Blood pressure 149/90
Positive Homan’s sign
, 4. The nurse is planning care for a 16-year-old, who has juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
(JRA). The nurse includes activities to strengthen and mobilize the joints and surrounding
muscle. Which physical therapy regimen should the nurse encourage the adolescent to
implement?
Begin a training program lifting weights and running
Splint affected joints during activity
Exercise in a swimming pool
Perform passive range of motion exercises twice daily
5. A client receiving oxytocin (Pitocin) to augment early labor. Which assessment is most
important for the nurse to obtain each time the infusion rate is increased?
Pain level
Blood pressure
Infusion site
Contraction pattern
6. One day after vaginal delivery of a full term baby, a postpartum client’s white blood cell
count is 15.000/mm. What action should the nurse take first?
Check the differential, since the WBC is normal for this client
Assess the client’s temperature, pulse, and respirations q4h
Assess the client’s perineal area for signs of a perineal hematoma
Notify the healthcare provider, since this finding is indicative of infection
7. A neonate who has congenital adrenal hypoplasia (CAH) presents with ambiguous
genitalia. What is the primary nursing consideration when supporting the parents of a child
with this anomaly?
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller Courseprof. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $13.49. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
