A 26-year-old G1 P0 client at 29 weeks' gestation has gained 8 lb (3.6 kg) in 2 weeks;
her blood pressure has increased from 128/74 Hg to 150/90 mm Hg; and she has
developed 1+ proteinuria on urine dipstick. Which condition do these signs suggest?
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Mild preeclampsia
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Severe preeclampsia
3
Chronic hypertension
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Gestational hypertension
"Preeclampsia is hypertension that develops after 20 weeks' gestation in a previously
normotensive woman. With mild preeclampsia the systolic blood pressure is below 160
mm Hg and diastolic BP is below 110 mm Hg. Proteinuria is present, but there is no
evidence of organ dysfunction. Severe preeclampsia is a systolic blood pressure of
greater than 160 mm Hg or diastolic blood pressure of at least 110 mm Hg and
proteinuria of 5 g or more per 24-hour specimen. Chronic hypertension is hypertension
that is present before the pregnancy or diagnosed before 20 weeks' gestation.
Gestational hypertension is the onset of hypertension during pregnancy without other
signs or symptoms of preeclampsia and without preexisting hypertension. Test-Taking
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the question."
Which hormone aids in regulating intestinal calcium and phosphorous absorption?
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Insulin
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Thyroxine
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Glucocorticoids
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Parathyroid hormone
Adrenal glucocorticoids aid in regulating intestinal calcium and phosphorous absorption
by increasing or decreasing protein metabolism. Insulin acts together with growth
hormone to build and maintain healthy bone tissue. Thyroxine increases the rate of
protein synthesis in all types of tissues. Parathyroid hormone secretion increases in
response to decreased serum calcium concentration and stimulates the bones to
promote osteoclastic activity.
,Which information would the nurse base a response on to a mother who asks for
guidance regarding who to tell of the diagnosis of diabetes of her child, who plays on
the soccer team?
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Children with diabetes who participate in active sports can have episodes of
hypoglycemia.
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Children may have to leave athletic teams if school authorities learn that they have
diabetes.
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The school nurse will treat the child if clinical findings of hypoglycemia are recognized
early.
4
The coach might violate confidentiality by discussing the child's condition with other
faculty members.
The people associated with the school who are interacting with the child should be told
about the child's condition. Knowledgeable people can be alert for early signs of
hypoglycemia and have snacks available for the child to help prevent a hypoglycemic
episode. Forcing the child to leave the team is a form of discrimination; children with
diabetes are allowed to engage in activities as long as their diabetes remains under
control. The adult who is with the child when the signs of hypoglycemia first appear
should be prepared to treat the child; this person may or may not be the nurse.
Information about the child's health status is on a "need to know" basis; professionals
are expected to honor confidentiality.
Which domain of the nursing intervention phase includes electrolyte and acid-base
management?
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Domain 1
2
Domain 2
3
Domain 3
4
Domain 4
Domain 2 of the nursing intervention phase includes electrolyte and acid-base
management. Domain 2, or the physiological complex, includes care that supports
homeostatic regulation. Domain 1 includes care that supports physical functioning.
Domain 3 incorporates care that supports psychosocial functioning and facilitates
lifestyle changes. Domain 4 involves care that supports protection against harm.
The nurse is preparing to teach a community health program for senior citizens. Which
physical findings would the nurse include that are typical in older adults?
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,Increased skin elasticity and an increase in testosterone production
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Impaired fat digestion and an increase in pepsin production
3
Increased blood pressure and decreased cardiac output
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An increase in body warmth and some swallowing difficulties
With aging, narrowing of the arteries causes some increase in the systolic and diastolic
blood pressures. Decreases occur in diastolic pressure, diastolic filling, and beta-
adrenergic stimulation; increases occur in arterial pressure, systolic pressure, wave
velocity, and left ventricular end diastolic pressure. Decreased cardiac output and
cardiac reserve decrease the older adult's response to stress. Changes in libido may
occur. Testosterone appears to influence the frequency of nocturnal erections; however,
low testosterone levels do not affect erections produced by erotic stimuli. There is a loss
of skin elasticity. By the age of 60, gastric secretions decrease 70% to 80% of those of
the average adult. A decrease in pepsin may hinder protein digestion. There may be a
decrease in subcutaneous fat and decreasing body warmth. Some swallowing
difficulties occur because older people are susceptible to fluid loss and electrolyte
imbalance. This results from decreased thirst sensation, difficulty swallowing, chronic
disease, reduced kidney function, diminished cognition, or adverse medication
reactions.
Which cognitive developmental stage would the nurse expect for a 3-year-old child?
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Intuitive
2
Abstract
3
Concrete
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Preconceptual
According to Piaget, at approximately 2 years of age the toddler enters the
preconceptual phase of cognitive thought, which lasts, at most, until about 4 years of
age; the preconceptual phase is a subdivision of the preoperational stage, which lasts
from 2 years to 7 years of age. Four-year-old children are in the stage of intuitive
thought, which gives rise to imaginative play. Abstract thought is developed during the
adolescent ages of 15 to 20 years. Concrete operational thought occurs in school-age
children when they perform actions mentally rather than through behavior, as in the
earlier years.
On a routine prenatal visit, which is the sign or symptom that a healthy primigravida at
20 weeks' gestation will most likely report for the first time?
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Quickening
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Palpitations
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Pedal edema
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Vaginal spotting
The recognition of fetal movement or quickening commonly occurs in primigravidas at
18 to 20 weeks' gestation; it is felt about 2 weeks earlier in multigravidas. Palpitations
should not occur in the healthy primigravidas. Pedal edema may occur at the end of the
pregnancy as the gravid uterus presses on the femoral arteries, impeding circulation.
Immediate follow-up care is required when it occurs this early in the pregnancy. Vaginal
spotting is abnormal and requires immediate follow-up care.
Which is the most important nursing intervention when working with an older adult
client?
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Encouraging frequent naps
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Strengthening the concept of ageism
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Reinforcing the client's strengths and promoting reminiscing
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Teaching the client to increase calories and focusing on a high-carbohydrate diet
Reinforcing strengths promotes self-esteem; reminiscing is a therapeutic tool that
provides a life review that assists adaptation and helps achieve the task of integrity
associated with older adulthood. Frequent naps may interfere with adequate sleep at
night. Reinforcing ageism may enhance devaluation of the older adult. A well-balanced
diet that includes protein and fiber should be encouraged; increasing calories may
cause obesity.
The nurse is teaching a class about nutrition to a group of adolescents. Taking into
consideration the prevalence of overweight teenagers, which is the best
recommendation?
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"Join a gym."
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"Drink fewer diet sodas."
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"Decrease fast-food intake."
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"Take a multivitamin daily."
Which statement is true for collaborative problems in a client?
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