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1. Childbirth preparation can be considered successful if which of the following outcomes is achieved? a. Labor was pain-free. b. The birth experiences of friends and families were ignored. c. Only nonpharmacologic methods for pain control were used. d. The patient rehearsed labor and practiced skills to master pain. ANS: D Preparation allows the woman to rehearse for labor and to learn new skills to cope with the pain of labor and the expected behavioral changes. Childbirth preparation ...

1. Which pelvic shape is most conducive to vaginal labor and birth? a. Android b. Gynecoid c. Platypelloid d. Anthropoid ANS: B The gynecoid pelvis is round and cylinder-shaped, with a wide pubic arch and is considered the most suitable for a vaginal birth. An android pelvis has been described as heart shaped, with more prominent ischial spines and a narrow pubic arch. A vaginal birth will be more difficult, with the need for harder pushing and often some form of instrumentation. The a...

1. The nurse evaluates a pattern on the fetal monitor that appears similar to early decelerations. The deceleration begins near the acme of the contraction and continues well beyond the end of the contraction. Which nursing action indicates the proper evaluation of this situation? a. This pattern reflects variable decelerations. No interventions are necessary at this time. b. Document this Category I fetal heart rate pattern and decrease the rate of the intravenous (IV) fluid. c. Continue...

1. The nurse is preparing to perform Leopold’s maneuvers. Please select the rationale for the consistent use of these maneuvers by obstetric providers? a. To determine the status of the membranes b. To determine cervical dilation and effacement c. To determine the best location to assess the fetal heart rate d. To determine whether the fetus is in the posterior position ANS: C Leopold’s maneuvers are often performed before assessing the fetal heart rate (FHR). These maneuvers help id...

Question 1 0 out of 0 points When completing this quiz, did you comply with Walden University’s Code of Conduct including the expectations for academic integrity? Selected Answer: Ye s Answers: Ye s No  Question 2 1 out of 1 points The most common cancer found on the auricle is: Selected Answer: Basal cell carcinoma Answers: Actinic keratosis Basal cell carcinoma Squamous cell carcinoma Acral-lentiginous melanoma  Question 3 0 out of 1 points Which of the followin...

Question 2 In the outpatient office setting, the most common reason for a malpractice suit is failure to: Properly refer Diagnose correctly in a timely fashion Obtain informed consent Manage fractures and trauma correctly Question 3 Reed-Sternberg B lymphocytes are associated with which of the following disorders: Aplastic anemia Hodgkin’s lymphoma Non Hodgkin’s lymphoma Myelodysplastic syndromes Question 4 The initial clinical sign of Dupuytren’s contracture is: Pain wit...

Question 1 0 out of 0 points When completing this quiz, did you comply with Walden University’s Code of Conduct including the expectations for academic integrity?  Question 2 1 out of 1 points A patient complains of generalized joint pain and stiffness associated with activity and relieved with rest. This patient history is consistent with which of the following disorders? Osteoarthritis  Question 3 0 out of 1 points What diabetic complications result from hyperglycemia? 1. ...

Question 1 When completing this quiz, did you comply with Walden University’s Code of Conduct including the expectations for academic integrity?  Question 2 Central obesity, “moon” face, and dorsocervical fat pad are associated with: A.Metabolic syndrome B. Unilateral pheochromocytoma C. Cushing’s syndrome D.None of the above  Question 3 An elderly man is started on lisinopril and hydrochlorhiazide for hypertension. Three days later, he returns to the office complaining ...

 Question 1 0 out of 0 points When completing this quiz, did you comply with Walden University’s Code of Conduct including the expectations for academic integrity? Selected Answer: Ye s Answers: Ye s No  Question 2 1 out of 1 points The most common cancer found on the auricle is: Selected Answer: Basal cell carcinoma Answers: Actinic keratosis Basal cell carcinoma Squamous cell carcinoma Acral-lentiginous melanoma  Question 3 0 out of 1 points Which of the foll...

Journal Entry, Week 1-March 3, 20XX The key to success as an aspiring advanced practice nurse (APN) is the ability to apply experience from the classroom and knowledge obtained from literature to practicum experience. Application of this concept will promote professional growth and will provide knowledge necessary for providing care to a multicultural patient population that is competent and effective. In order to care for patients with diverse cultural backgrounds, the APN may select a nur...