NursePrep

Acute diarrhea lasts less than ___ days. - ANSWER 14 Chronic diarrhea lasts more than ___ days. - ANSWER 14 What are the four major goals in management of acute diarrhea? - ANSWER (1) assess fluid and electrolyte imbalance (2) rehydrate (3) maintenance (4) reintroduction of regular diet For each diarrhea stool, ___ ounces of oral rehydration solution should be offered. - ANSWER 4 - 8 What are the three treatments

Cloudy urine indicates ___. - ANSWER sediment Reddish-pink to reddish-brown urine indicates ___. - ANSWER blood Light colored urine indicates that the urine is ___. - ANSWER dilute Dark colored urine indicates that the urine is ___. - ANSWER concentrated Alkaline pH of urine indicates ___. - ANSWER metabolic alkalosis

What do you determine "station", using the relationship of the presenting fetal part to the maternal ischial spines? - ANSWER Station is measured in centimeters above or below the ischial spines. Above spines is (-), level of spines is 0 (engagement) and below spines is (+). At what station is birth imminent? - ANSWER +4 to +5 station How do you describe fetal position using a three letter abbreviation? - ANSWER Fetal position using a three letter abbreivation describes the relationship...

In her work with pregnant women of various cultures, a nurse practitioner has observed various practices that seemed strange or unusual. She has learned that cultural rituals and practices during pregnancy seem to have one purpose in common. Which statement best describes that purpose? A) To promote family unity B) To ward off the evil eye C) To appease the gods of fertility D) To protect the mother and fetus during pregnancy - ANSWER D) To protect the mother and fetus during pregnancy

... 4. Using knowledge of child development, the best approach when preparing a toddler for a procedure is to: a. Avoid asking the child to make choices. b. Demonstrate the procedure on a doll. c. Plan for the teaching session to last about 20 minutes. d. Show necessary equipment without allowing child to handle it. ANS: B

Dilation of the cervix occurs by the drawing upward of the musculofibrous components of the cervix, which are, in turn, caused by strong uterine contractions. Pressure exerted by the amniotic fluid while the membranes are intact or by the force applied by the presenting part can promote cervical dilation. Scarring of the cervix may occur following a surgery. Prior infection or surgery may slow cervical dilation. Nurses can help their patients by keeping them informed about the distinctive s...

6. While examining a newborn, the nurse notes uneven skinfolds on the buttocks and a click when performing the Ortolani maneuver. The nurse recognizes these findings as a sign that the newborn probably has: a. polydactyly. b. clubfoot. c. hip dysplasia. d. webbing. - ANSWER ANS: C The Ortolani maneuver is used to detect the presence of hip dysplasia. Polydactyly is the presence of extra digits. Clubfoot (talipes equinovarus) is a deformity in which the foot turns inward and is fixed in...

A nurse is promoting the use of family-centered care in a local community clinic. Which of the following are advantages or disadvantages of this type of care provision? Select all answers that apply. A) Recovery times are longer. B) Anxiety is decreased. C) Communication is improved. D) Health care costs are increased. E) Pain management is enhanced. F) More health care resources are utilized. - ANSWER B, C, E Anxiety is decreased., Communication is improved., Pain management is enhanc...

A sensation of ________________________ is common when the contrast material is injected, which can be anxiety producing unless it has been discussed with the patient. The patient may receive a _______drug before the procedure, but monitored anesthesia care is not used. ______________________ monitoring is not routinely used after the procedure to monitor blood pressure. The patient is not immobile during cardiac catheterization and may be asked to ______________ - ANSWER warmth or flushi...

A male patient who has right-sided weakness after a stroke is making progress in learning to use the left hand for feeding and other activities. The nurse observes that when the patient's wife is visiting, she feeds and dresses him. Which nursing diagnosis is most appropriate for the patient? a. Interrupted family processes related to effects of illness of a family member b. Situational low self-esteem related to increasing dependence on spouse for care NURSEPREP 7 c. Disabled family cop...