OB HESI, Pediatrics HESI PN Review, Maternity NCLEX PN EXAM 2022
When talking with a pregnant client who is experiencing aching swollen, leg veins,
... [Show More] the nurse would explain that this is most probably the result of which of the following?
A. thrombophlebitis
B. pregnancy induced hypertension
C. pressure on blood vessels from the enlarging uterus
D. the force of gravity pulling down on the uterus - CORRECT ANSWERD - Explanation
Pressure of the growing uterus on blood vessels results in an increased risk for venous stasis in the lower extremities. Subsequently, edema and varicose vein formation may occur. Thrombophlebitis is an inflammation of the veins due to thrombus formation. Pregnancy-induced hypertension is not associated with these symptoms. Gravity plays only a minor role with these symptoms.
Which of the following would cause a false-positive result on a pregnancy test?
A. The test was performed less than 10 days after an abortion
B. The test was performed too early or too late in the
pregnancy
C. The urine sample was stored too long at room
temperature
D. A spontaneous abortion or a missed abortion is
impending - CORRECT ANSWERA - Explanation
A false-positive reaction can occur if the
pregnancy test is performed less than 10 days after an abortion. Performing the tests too early or too late in the pregnancy, storing the urine sample too long at room temperature, or having a spontaneous or missed abortion impending can all produce false- negative results.
During a lecture on reproduction, a student nurse asks the instructor what determines the sex of a fetus. Accurate information in response to this question would be:
A. "The sex of the fetus is not determined until the eighth week of gestation."
B. "The fertilization of the zygote is the point at which sex is determined."
C. "Males have one less pair of chromosomes than females."
D. "Sex is determined by the chromosomes contributed by the ovum." - CORRECT ANSWERB. Explanation
The sex of the fetus is determined at the point that the sperm fertilizes the ovum to form the zygote. Sex is ultimately determined by the chromosome contributed by the sperm.
Pediazole is a suspension medication that contains 200 mg erythromycin and 600 mg sulfisoxazole per 5 mL. The physician orders Pediazole 4 mL PO every 12 hours. How many mg of sulfisoxazole is this client receiving in a 24-hour period?
A. 160 mg
B. 320 mg
C. 480 mg
D. 960 mg - CORRECT ANSWERD. Explanation
600 mg/ 5 mL = x mg/ 4 mL
2400 = 5x
x= 2400/5
x= 480 mg per dose x 2 = 960 mg in 24 hours.
A primigravida patient who is 12 weeks pregnant visits a helath promotion program in the community pertaining to the pregnancy care. A group of nursing student is educating the public about measures to prevent discomfort of pregnancy. The primigravida patient asks one of the student about measures on how to prevent heartburn she is experiencing throughout the day. Select all the necessary measures to prevent the primigravia patient's complaint.
A. Eating small, frequent meals and avoiding fatty and spicy food
B. Eating high fiber foods and increase drinking fluids
C. Drinking milk between milk
D. Arranging frequent rest periods throughout the day
E. Sitting upright for 30 minutes after a meal
F. Engaging in regular exercise - CORRECT ANSWERA, C, E
The nurse identifies substance abuse behaviors exhibited by a pregnant client during an initial prenatal screening. While promoting a therapeutic and accepting environment, the care managment by the nurse would be MOST appropriate if focused on which of the following?
A. Discouraging substance use during pregnancy
B. Termination of the pregnancy at an early stage
C. Eliminating substance use during pregnancy
D. Setting boundaries with the client in regards to substance use - CORRECT ANSWERC.
Explanation
Use of substances during pregnancy can lead to severe fetal or neonatal abnormalities, complications, and death. The primary goal of nursing care should be prevention or elimination of substance use during pregnancy.
This is a dark streak down the midline of the abdomen that may appear as the uterus is enlarging. The LPN correctly describes this to the pregnant woman as? - CORRECT ANSWERLINEA NIGRA
Cervical softening and uterine souffle are classified as which of the following?
A. diagnostic signs
B. presumptive signs
C. probable signs
D. positive signs - CORRECT ANSWERC.
Explanation
Cervical softening (Goodell sign) and uterine soufflé are two probable signs of pregnancy.Probable signs are objective findings that strongly suggest pregnancy. Other probable signs include Hegar sign, which is softening of the lower uterine segment; Piskacek sign, which is enlargement and softening of the uterus; serum laboratory tests; changes in skin pigmentation; and ultrasonic evidence of a gestational sac. Presumptive signs are subjective signs and include amenorrhea; nausea and vomiting; urinary frequency; breast tenderness and changes; excessive fatigue; uterine enlargement; and quickening.
A client at 36 weeks' gestation is schedule for a routine ultrasound prior to an amniocentesis. After teaching the client about the purpose for the ultrasound, which of the following client statements would indicate to the nurse in charge that the client needs further instruction?
A. The ultrasound will help to locate the placenta
B. The ultrasound identifies blood flow through the umbilical cord
C. The test will determine where to insert the needle
D. The ultrasound locates a pool of amniotic fluid - CORRECT ANSWERB.
Explanation
Before amniocentesis, a routine ultrasound is valuable in locating the placenta, locating a pool of amniotic fluid, and showing the physician where to insert the needle. Color Doppler imaging ultrasonography identifies blood flow through the umbilical cord. A routine ultrasound does not accomplish this.
A nursing instructor asks a nursing student to list the functions of the amniotic fluid. The student responds correctly by stating that which of the following are functions of amniotic fluid? Select all that apply.
A. Allows for fetal movement
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