Hurst Readiness Exam 2 Full Solution Graded A+
What medication should the nurse anticipate giving to a client in preterm labour to stimulate maturation of the baby's lungs? 1. Magnesium sulphate 2. Terbutaline 3. Methotrexate 4. Betamethasone Rationale 4. Correct: Betamethasone is used to stimulate maturation of the baby's lungs in case preterm birth occurs. This medication is given to help prevent respiratory distress syndrome (RDS) by improving storage and secretion of surfactant that helps to keep the alveoli from collapsing. 1. Incorrect: Magnesium sulphate is given to stop preterm labor, however, if delivery is imminent, then Betamethasone should be given to stimulate maturation of the baby's lungs. 2. Incorrect: Terbutaline is contraindicated in preterm labor, however, if delivery is imminent, then Betamethasone should be given to stimulate maturation of the baby's lungs. 3. Incorrect: Methotrexate is used to stop the growth of the embryo in ectopic pregnancy so that the fallopian tube can be saved. It is not an agent used in the management of preterm labour. An adult client has just returned to the nursing care unit following a gastroscopy. Which intervention should the nurse include on the plan of care? 1. Vital sign checks every 15 min x 4 2. Supine position for 6 hours 3. NPO until return of gag reflex 4. Irrigate NG tube every 2 hours 5. Raise four siderails Rationale
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