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A nurse is discussing emergency contraception with a client. Which of the following statements by the nurse is accurate?
- A. Emergency contraception is most effective when taken within 72 hours of unprotected intercourse.
- B. Emergency contraception requires a prescription for all women.
- C. Emergency contraception is 100% effective in preventing pregnancy.
- D. Emergency contraception can be used as a regular method of birth control.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Emergency contraception, like Plan B, is most effective within 72 hours of unprotected intercourse. It is available over-the-counter for those 17 and older, is not 100% effective, and is not suitable for regular use due to lower efficacy and side effects.
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A client is admitted with a suspected abruptio placentae. The nurse should assess the client for which of the following signs and symptoms? Select all that apply.
- A. A bleeding that is concealed or apparent.
- B. Abdominal rigidity.
- C. Painful abdomen.
- D. Painless bleeding.
- E. Large placenta.
- F. Bleeding that stops spontaneously.
Correct Answer: A,B,C
Rationale: Abruptio placentae involves placental separation, causing concealed or apparent bleeding, abdominal rigidity, and pain due to uterine irritation. Painless bleeding is characteristic of placenta previa, and large placenta or spontaneous cessation are not typical.
A primiparous client, 24 hours post-cesarean, reports incisional pain rated 6/10. The nurse should first:
- A. Administer prescribed analgesics.
- B. Encourage deep breathing exercises.
- C. Apply a warm compress to the incision.
- D. Assess the incision for signs of infection.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Administering analgesics addresses pain promptly, promoting comfort and mobility.
Shortly after birth, the nurse measures the circumference of a term neonate's head and chest. When the two measurements are compared, which of the following would the nurse expect to find about the head circumference?
- A. Equal to the chest circumference.
- B. Approximately $2 \mathrm{~cm}$ larger than the chest.
- C. About $3 \mathrm{~cm}$ smaller than the chest.
- D. Approximately $4 \mathrm{~cm}$ larger than the chest.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: In a term neonate, the head circumference is typically about 2 cm larger than the chest circumference.
A nurse is walking down the hall in the main corridor of a hospital. The Code Pink infant security alert system sounds and a Code Pink alert is announced. The first responsibility of the nurse when this situation occurs is to do which of the following?
- A. Move to the entrance of the hospital and check each person leaving.
- B. Go to the obstetrics unit to determine if they need help with the situation.
- C. Call the nursery to ask which baby is missing.
- D. Observe individuals in the area for large bags or oversized coats.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Observing for suspicious items like large bags helps identify potential abductors during a Code Pink.
A multigravid client in active labor has been diagnosed with class II heart disease and has had a prosthetic valve replacement. When developing the plan of care for this client, the nurse should anticipate that the physician most likely will order which of the following medications?
- A. Anticoagulants.
- B. Antibiotics.
- C. Diuretics.
- D. Folic acid supplements.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Prosthetic heart valves increase the risk of endocarditis during labor due to bacteremia. Prophylactic antibiotics are typically ordered. Anticoagulants may be adjusted, but antibiotics are prioritized during labor.