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Question 1 of 5

A nurse is caring for a newborn who has respiratory distress. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: In cases of respiratory distress, the nurse should first suction the newborn's airway to clear any obstructions. This is a non-invasive procedure that can quickly improve breathing.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is providing education to a client in the first trimester of pregnancy. What information should the nurse include regarding the cause of indigestion and heartburn?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Progesterone causes relaxation of the smooth muscles in the body, including the cardiac sphincter. This allows stomach acid to reflux into the esophagus, causing heartburn, especially during pregnancy.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is assessing a newborn whose mother had gestational diabetes. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a manifestation of hypoglycemia?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Jitteriness is a common sign of hypoglycemia in newborns. Other signs may include irritability, poor feeding, and lethargy.

Question 4 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client in active labor. The nurse notes variable decelerations in the fetal heart rate. Which of the following is the priority nursing action?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Variable decelerations are often caused by umbilical cord compression. Repositioning the client can help alleviate pressure on the cord and improve fetal oxygenation.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is caring for a postmenopausal client prescribed the aromatase inhibitor, anastrozole for the treatment of breast cancer. Which of the following should the nurse tell the client she may experience?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Muscle and joint pain are common side effects of aromatase inhibitors like anastrozole. These side effects can be managed with analgesics as prescribed by the healthcare provider.

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A nurse is assessing a pregnant client at 32 weeks gestation and notes that the client has gained 5 pounds in one week. Which of the following conditions should the nurse suspect?
Which of the following interventions is most appropriate for a client with hyperemesis gravidarum?

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