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What are the most common symptoms of increased ICP?

-HA -blurred vision -lethargy -vomiting -changes in behavior -weakness

What is the normal urine output in 24 hours?

600-2500mL

When planning care for a client with type 1 diabetes, which change in insulin requirements would the nurse anticipate on the first postpartum day?

During the first 24 hours postpartum, insulin requirements decrease substantially because the major source of insulin resistance, the placenta, has been removed

What organism is responsible for "whooping cough"?

Bordetella pertussis

Which characteristic change is observed during late adolescence stage?

Develops adult relationships

Which part of the upper respiratory system is involved in equalizing the pressure within the middle ear while swallowing?

Eustachian tube

Which theory states that a child's growth pattern is related to gene activity?

Gesell's theory

The nurse explains the cause of extensive acne to a child who has recently reached puberty. Which statement would the nurse provide regarding causation of extensive acne?

Highly active sebaceous glands in "flush areas" of the body

Which breathing technique would the nurse instruct a pregnant woman to use as the fetus's head crowns on the perineum?

open glottis

How does a healthy full-term neonate produce body heat?

Metabolism of brown fat releases energy and increases heat production in the newborn

Which behavior would the infant exhibit if an adequate amount of breast milk is being ingested?

The presence of at least six to eight wet diapers each day indicates sufficient breast milk intake

Which problem predisposes a client to postpartum hemorrhage?

The presence of more than one fetus overdistends the uterus, which may result in uterine atony and thus postpartum hemorrhage

What helps the absorption of iron?

Vitamin C (orange juice)

What does crepitus sound like?

a grating sound

Which quantity of iron would be considered toxic in a preschool child?

above 20mg/kg

What should you recommend for the breastfeeding mother complaining of discomfort with engorged breasts?

cold packs and well-fitting bra

Which suggestion for coping with morning sickness would the nurse give to a pregnant client?

eat protein before bed

Which type of pelvis is considered the most favorable for a vaginal delivery?

gynecoid

What covering would the nurse use over the exposed area of an infant admitted with exstrophy of the bladder?

moist, sterile dressing

The nurse explains to the pregnant client that the serum alpha-fetoprotein test screens for which condition?

neural tube defects

A 13-year-old adolescent is found to have idiopathic scoliosis. Because exercise and avoidance of fatigue are essential components of care, which sport would the nurse suggest as the most therapeutic for this preadolescent?

swimming


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