MN EXAM 3

A nurse is caring for a client who has preeclampsia and is receiving magnesium sulfate by continuous IV infusion. The nurse should monitor for which of the following adverse effects?

Absence of deep tendon reflexes

A nurse on the the labor and delivery unit is caring for a client who is 33 weeks gestation and was admitted with placenta previa. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the clients care?

Administration of magnesium sulfate

A nurse is monitoring a newborn whose mother reports recent opiate use for neonatal abstinence syndrome. Which of the following findings indicates narcotic withdrawal?

Excessive crying

A charge nurse is discussing STI's with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following infections should the nurse include in the teaching as an indication for a cesarean birth?

HIV

A nurse is assessing a client who is at 37 weeks gestation. Which of the following statements by the client requires immediate intervention by the nurse?

I have been seeing spots this morning

A nurse is teaching a client who is breastfeeding and has mastitis. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?

I should apply a warm compress after feeding

A nurse is teaching a client who is pregnant about a new prescription for iron supplements. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include in the teaching ?

Increase intake of foods rich in vitamin C

A nurse is planning care for a newborn who has neonatal abstinence syndrome. Which of the following interventions should the nurse include in the plan of care?

Swaddle the newborn in a flexed position