PREBOARDS 2_NP 4 Flashcards
- Nurse Jihyo comes into the maternal ward and assesses the fundus of a two-day post-partum mother. Nurse Jihyo would be correct to report to the patient’s primary healthcare provider what finding?
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A. The client verbalizes afterpains
B. Nurse Jihyo palpates the fundus 2cm below the umbilicus
C. The client reports pain upon massaging the fundus
D. The uterus remains soft upon massaging
D. The uterus remains soft upon massaging - it should become firm to decrease risk for hemorrhage. Soft uterus can cause excessive amount of bleeding.
Situation: Nurse Momo assists a primigravida mother who just gave birth 12 hours ago. Nurse Evelynn puts in the effort to help the patient transition into motherhood.
- As the patient takes hold of her newborn, nurse Momo would be correct to suggest which position to ensure maternal and child bonding?
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A. She lies in bed and places the infant on her
B. She slowly rocks with her infant while sitting in a rocking chair
C. She gently burps the infant while holding the infant over her shoulder
D. She speaks and looks directly at the infant’s face
A. She lies in bed and places the infant on her - position was asked
D. She speaks and looks directly at the infant’s face
If the mother makes eye to eye contact with her infant, it indicative of effective maternal-child bonding
- Nurse Momo visits the patient 3 days after giving birth and notices that the patient is occupied with taking care of the baby as she is “getting to know” the baby as much as possible. Nurse Momo knows that according to Reva Rubin, the mother is in what phase of behavioral adjustment?
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A. Taking-in phase
B. Letting-in phase
C. Taking-hold phase
D. Letting-go phase
C. Taking-hold phase - they have a stronger interest to take care of the infant
Phase 1: Taking In - 1-3 days postpartum. Mother is still internalizing and dependent with the caregiver. They become passive in taking care of the baby
Phase 2: Taking Hold - 3-9 days postpartum. Growing responsibility, strives to learn and become independent.
Phase 3: Letting Go - 10days - 6 weeks postpartum. Can resume sexual activity after the episiotomy has healed. If no suture, sexual activity resumes after pain subsides.
- Nurse Momo has been suspecting post-partum blues since the patient verbalized a sense of disappointment, periods of sadness, and agitation. Nurse Momo would be correct if she gave which advice?
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A. Refer the patient to a psychiatrist
B. Comfort the patient and reassure her that this is normal among post-partum mothers
C. Allow these feelings to run its course as all of these will pass
D. Recommend consistent breastfeeding of the infant
D. Recommend consistent breastfeeding of the infant - counteracts the hormonal drop and stimulates maternal-child bonding
- The patient asks about ways to avoid post-partum blues when she returns home. Nurse Momo would be correct to give the following advice, except?
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A. Recommend that she take some time everyday to do something for herself
B. Advise the patient to strive for perfection so that she won’t feel bad about herself
C. Help the client build a healthy balance in sleep, exercise, and nutrition
D. Encourage the client to verbalize emotions to support person
B. Advise the patient to strive for perfection so that she won’t feel bad about herself
- As nurse Momo further assesses the patient’s condition, nurse Momo would be most concerned about which of the following statements as it would be indicative of post-partum psychosis?
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A. “I’ve been extremely tired since giving birth”
B. “I wish my baby had a fairer complexion”
C. “The baby was heavier than I thought when I carried her”
D. “Motherhood is tiring; I’m glad I haven’t had any children”
D. “Motherhood is tiring; I’m glad I haven’t had any children” - already not in reality
Situation: Nurse Nayeon is caring for a woman who is 20 weeks AOG. The patient verbalizes concerns about her diet, nutrition, and weight related to her pregnancy. Nurse Nayeon prepares herself to correct any incorrect information about the client’s nutritional beliefs.
- The patient stated that she gained so much weight despite being 5 months pregnant and she intends to reduce her food intake, specifically carbohydrates. Nurse Nayeon would correct the patient’s belief by stating:
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A. “You would be correct since restricting carbohydrates during pregnancy can help prevent gestational diabetes and maternal obesity”
B. “You should eat the same number of calories you were eating before pregnancy”
C. “You’ve been gaining too much weight so you should eat less that 1500 calories per day”
D. “You should avoid restricting carbohydrates from your diet lower than the prescribed intake as it can cause growth restriction to the developing fetus”
D. “You should avoid restricting carbohydrates from your diet lower than the prescribed intake as it can cause growth restriction to the developing fetus”
Carbs helps in the growth and development of brain
- The patient was informed about the benefits of Folic acid prior to nurse Nayeon’s visit. Which statement by the patient would warrant correction from nurse Nayeon?
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A.Folic acid can mask the signs of pernicious anemia
B. Folic acid will help prevent megaloblastic anemia
C. Folic acid is essential in red blood cell formation
D. Folic acid is vital in the prevention of neural tube defects
A.Folic acid can mask the signs of pernicious anemia
Pernicious anemia is the adverse effect of folic acid
- Nurse Nayeon, after providing health teaching, knows that which of the following statements from the patient indicate correct understanding about iron supplementation?
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A. “Crushing the iron pills will reduce its metallic aftertaste”
B. “Taking the iron pills with a carbonated drink will increase its effect”
C. “It is recommended to take the iron pills with milk”s
D. “I can take orange juice with my iron pills”
D. “I can take orange juice with my iron pills”
- With the client being in her 2nd trimester, Nurse Nayeon knows that the patient would need calcium supplementation and would need which of the following to improve the intestinal absorption of calcium?
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A. Fat-soluble vitamins
B. Proteins
C. Intrinsic factor
D. Minerals
A. Fat-soluble vitamins - vit D
- What can nurse Nayeon ask to obtain the most accurate nutrition history from her pregnant client?
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A. “How much protein do you eat on a daily basis?”
B. “Do you feel satisfied with your nutrition”
C. “Can you tell me what you ate over the past 24 hours?”
D. “What is the ideal nutrition for you?”
C. “Can you tell me what you ate over the past 24 hours?”
24 hour history reacall
Situation: Patient Ahri returns to the health clinic 14 days after giving birth and complains about her breasts being red, swollen, and painful. Mastitis was suspected for patient Ahri.
- Ahri states that she can’t breastfeed for too long as it becomes to painful and feels “inadequate and not a good mother” What is the priority nursing diagnosis for patient Ahri?
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A. Risk for impaired attachment
B. Risk for impaired parenting
C. Pain related to development of mastitis
D. Ineffective role performance
C. Pain related to development of mastitis
- Mastitis is confirmed and is found to be localized in the left breast. What nursing intervention should be implemented for nurse Ahri?
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A. Stop breastfeeding until the pain subsides
B. Recommend that patient Ahri continue breastfeeding as usual
C. Teach patient Ahri to breastfeed on the unaffected breast and then to the affected breast
D. Suggest to patient Ahri to bottle-feed her child
C. Teach patient Ahri to breastfeed on the unaffected breast and then to the affected breast
Situation: Patient Trina, who delivered a healthy newborn 10 days ago, returned to the clinic with an elevated body temperature and complained that her breast is painful and swollen, looks red, and feels warm to touch. Upon assessment, it was found that she developed mastitis.
- While Nurse Mai was doing her routine assessment, Patient Trina asked her what could have caused the development of this infection. In order to maintain the mother-infant relationship, how will the nurse respond to the mother?
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A.“Your infection originated from an organism in your infant’s nasal and oral cavity which then spread to your breast while breastfeeding”
B. “I believe that the infection you have is called Epidemic Mastitis as it is transmitted from the infant to the mother during feeding”
C. “This happens when the mother’s nipple becomes cracked and an acquired bacteria in the hospital infects your infant and infection spreads to the breast”
D. “It is important to be aware that this infection is most likely caused by a lack of proper hygiene”
C. “This happens when the mother’s nipple becomes cracked and an acquired bacteria in the hospital infects your infant and infection spreads to the breast”
- Nurse Mai is putting together a list of instructions for breastfeeding mothers containing preventive measures against postpartum mastitis. The list shall include all but one of the following.
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A. Gently wipe the breast area with cotton and alcohol regularly.
B. Expose the nipples to air for at least part of the day
C. Apply vitamin E ointment on the breast area every day to help soften the nipples.
D. Ensure that the infant is in the correct position during feeding.
A. Gently wipe the breast area with cotton and alcohol regularly.
- Nurse Mai knows that patients with active infection experience a great deal of pain. Which of the statements by Patient Trina demonstrates that she understands Nurse Mai’s instructions on how to alleviate her breast discomfort?
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A. “I will make sure to breastfeed my infant as frequently as possible to reduce my discomfort”
B. “Applying moist heat, like warm packs, in my breast area at home can help relieve my discomfort”
C. “I should avoid wearing bra during active infection to prevent further irritation”
D. “I’m going to start nursing in the affected breast and then move on to the other one.”
A. “I will make sure to breastfeed my infant as frequently as possible to reduce my discomfort”
B. “Applying moist heat, like warm packs, in my breast area at home can help relieve my discomfort”
Situation: Gina Linnetti, a 33-year-old G3P2, came to the clinic with her husband for a routine prenatal visit. During the session, the couple expressed their interest in learning about options for preventing future pregnancy once she gives birth to their third child.
- After discussing several contraception options, Gina tells the nurse that she would like to use a fertility awareness method of contraception. Which of the following interventions will be most effective in meeting Gina’s learning needs?
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A. The nurse should instruct her to record if she feels hot and whether she is experiencing excessive sweating
B. The nurse should instruct her to assess whether her cervical mucus is thin and watery
C. The nurse should teach her to monitor her emotional state for sudden outbursts of anger or bouts of crying
D. The nurse should teach her assess if her breasts feel sensitive to cool air.
B. The nurse should instruct her to assess whether her cervical mucus is thin and watery - means that the patient is ovulating already
- Should Gina decide to use Combination Oral Contraceptives (COC) as her method of family planning, what is a warning sign that a knowledgeable nurse would ask her to disclose before taking COCs?
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A. A stuffy or runny nose
B. Arthritis-like symptoms
C. Weight gain over 5 lb
D. Severe migraine headache
D. Severe migraine headache - contraindication for COCs since it increases blood pressure. Spike in BP can cause seizure.
- What crucial information must the nurse ensure that Gina understands, particularly during the first week of taking COCs?
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A. Advise the couple to abstain from engaging in sexual intercourse during the initial week of the COCs.
B. Advise the couple to use a second form of contraception during the first week
C. Instruct Gina to immediately report to the clinic if nausea occurs early in taking the pills.
D. Instruct Gina to immediately report breakthrough bleeding as it is a danger sign when taking the pills
B. Advise the couple to use a second form of contraception during the first week - advise condom use
- Gina inquired about depot medroxyprogesterone acetate, also known as DMPA, which is administered intramuscularly as a form of contraception. Which of the following statements best demonstrates her understanding of the risks associated with this method?
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A. “From now on, I have decided to reduce my cigarette smoking to no more than one pack per day.”
B. “I will ensure to set a reminder to drink a glass of milk or take calcium supplement daily”
C. “I understand that I should avoid swimming for more than one hour at any time.”
D. “I will wear protective clothing to prevent exposure of the injection site to direct sunlight”
B. “I will ensure to set a reminder to drink a glass of milk or take calcium supplement daily”
DMPA side effect increases the risk for osteoporosis.
- Nearing the end of the session, Gina revealed that she is considering undergoing tubal ligation. Which information about this type of family planning approach must the nurse discuss with the client in order to ensure that they are making an informed decision?
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A. Sperm can no longer reach the ova because fallopian tubes are blocked
B. Sperm cannot enter the uterus because the cervical entrance is blocked
C. Prostaglandin released from the cut fallopian tubes effectively kill sperm
D. The ovary stops releasing ova because there is nowhere for them to go
A. Sperm can no longer reach the ova because fallopian tubes are blocked
Situation: Gloria, a pregnant client at 37 weeks of gestation came to the clinic with labor pains. Internal examination revealed that her cervix was already dilated, and she was immediately transferred to the labor room, where the physician ordered to induce labor.
- The following conditions warrant the administration of uterine stimulants, except?
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A. Managing an incomplete abortion
B. Inducing labor
C. Controlling postpartum bleeding
D. Augmenting labor in cephalopelvic disproportion
D. Augmenting labor in cephalopelvic disproportion - this should be in CS delivery
- An intravenous line has been established and a Pitocin drip has been initiated. Which assessment finding should prompt the nurse to immediately discontinue the Pitocin infusion?
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A. Patient Gloria complained of fatigue and dizziness
B. Early decelerations of FHR
C. Late decelerations of FHR
D. Hypotonic uterine contractions
C. Late decelerations of FHR
Early deceleration - onset of contraction. Head compression stimulates vagus nerve > slows heart rate. Monitor FHT
Late deceleration - end of the contraction. Due to utero placental insufficiency > decreased fetal oxygen. Stop the oxytocin, reposition to left side lying. Administer O2 as prescribed.
- Should Gloria complain of headache and experience bouts of vomiting during the oxytocin infusion, which nursing intervention should the nurse prioritize?
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A. Slow the rate of the infusion
B. Stop infusion and report to physician
C. Put patient to left side lying position
D. Continue monitoring the patient
Oxytocin is a uterine stimulant with SE of urinary retention > FVE > Cerebral edema > seizure
- Which of the following assessment findings would cause the nurse to question the physician’s decision to administer oxytocin to Gloria?
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A. Her membranes had ruptured after only an hour into the labor
B. Her blood pressure reads 130/80
C. Her fetus is large for gestational age as seen in sonogram
D. She had amniocentesis performed in the 16th week of her pregnancy.
C. Her fetus is large for gestational age as seen in sonogram
Contraindication for oxytocin administration: LGA babies > CS
- Nurse Claire is knowledgeable about the nonpharmacological pain management techniques during labor. In an attempt to assist Gloria manage her labor pains, she implemented a program of mindful relaxation and levels of progressive breathing that encouraged Gloria to “flow with” rather than struggle against contractions. Which of the following approaches to childbirth is she using?
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A. Bradley Method
B. Psychosexual method
C. The Dick-read method
D. The Lamaze philosophy
B. Psychosexual method
Bradley - has coach, assumes that childbirth is a joyful natural process between partners
Dick-read - prevents fear by patient education
Lamaze - breathing techniques and guided imagery “distraction”
Situation: Nursing research is vital to improving healthcare delivery and outcomes. Hence, all nurses are required to utilize evidence and research to identify appropriate nursing interventions, to conduct research activities in accordance with their competencies, and to share knowledge and findings with other nurses.
- Phil, a nurse researcher, is conducting research on the efficacy of a novel wound gel preparation on some participants while maintaining the use of older, but more well-known, products on others. What research design is Phil utilizing?
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A. Quantitative
B. Qualitative
C. Experimental
D. Quasi-experimental
C. Experimental
Has control group, manipulation, randomization
- Manny, a nurse researcher, is contemplating about utilizing a novel, non-pharmacological relaxation approach that has been proven to be effective in managing anxious clients. Which of the following criteria is being considered by this researcher?
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A. Significance
B. Reliability
C. Feasibility
D. Interest
A. Significance - tests if the prob or research has the potential to contribute to nursing research or science
- A group of fourth-year nursing students are conducting a study that seeks to determine the difference in religious practices of two groups of people. Which of the following research designs should they use?
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A. Analytic
B. Comparative Study
C. Case study
D. Historical
B. Comparative Study
- Nurse Lily understands that utilizing the PICO format is an effective way in stating the problem you wish to investigate. As a researcher, she knows that the letter “P” in PICO stands for?
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A. Patterns
B. Population
C. Probability
D. Purpose
B. Population
P - population
I - Intervention
C - Comparison
O - Outcome
- As a nurse equipped with expertise in research, you should be aware that the lowest level of “best evidence” for evidence-based practice among the following is?
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A. Clinical experiences
B. Opinions of experts
C. Client values and preferences
D. Trial and error
D. Trial and error - invalid evidence and can harm the participants
Situation: Jay is a recent recruit to the clinical research department of their hospital and plans to brush up on his understanding of dependent and independent variables.
32. When asked about the difference between dependent and independent variable, Jay knows that an independent variable is?
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A. It is the outcome of the research study
B. It is manipulated by the researcher
C. It is what the researchers predict will be changed following their intervention
D. It is not manipulated by the researchers
B. It is manipulated by the researcher
- As he was reading through his references, he came across a study that seeks to determine how deep breathing affects nursing students’ exam scores and their anxiety levels. What was the independent variable for this study?
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A. Anxiety levels
B. Exam scores
C. Deep breathing
D. Nursing students
C. Deep breathing
- Jay knows that the dependent variable in the following research question is?
“What effect does oral nutrition supplementation have on serum albumin levels in adult patients with chronic kidney disease undergoing dialysis treatments?”
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A. Patients receiving dialysis treatments
B. Serum albumin levels
C. Oral nutrition supplementation
D. Adult patients with chronic kidney disease
B. Serum albumin levels
- Later, he encountered a study that sought to ascertain the extent to which maternal employment among healthcare professionals has an impact on the health of infants during the first six months of life. What was the dependent variable for this study?
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A. Maternal employment
B. Health care professionals
C. First 6 months of life
D. Infant health
D. Infant health
- What is the primary difference between independent and dependent variables?
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A. Only the independent variable is considered as an intervention, even though both independent variables and dependent variables are manipulated
B. Only the dependent variable is considered as an intervention, even though both independent variables and dependent variables are manipulated
C. The dependent variable is expected to change in response to manipulation of the independent variable.
D. The independent variable is expected to change in response to manipulation of the dependent variable.
C. The dependent variable is expected to change in response to manipulation of the independent variable.
Situation: Haley, who recently passed the Philippine Nurse Licensure Exam, plans to review her knowledge regarding the Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses in order to guide her practice.
- According to Section 8 of the Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses, nurses are expected to take appropriate steps to safeguard the patients’ rights and privileges. Which of the following nurses’ roles is being described in this section?
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A. Health educator
B. Steward
C. Advocate
D. Researcher
C. Advocate
- According to the preamble of the code of ethics for registered nurses, which of the following pertains to the fundamental right of every individual?
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A. Health
B. Justice
C. Fairness
D. Dignity
A. Health
- Which of the following served as the principal basis for the formulation of the Registered Nurse Code of Ethics?
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A. The Philippine Nursing Law
B. The Universal Healthcare Law
C. The Patient’s Bill of Rights
D. The Code of Good governance
D. The Code of Good governance
- In accordance with Article VI, Section 17 of the Code of Ethics for Registered Nurses, RNs must be members of which of the following?
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A. The National League for Nursing (NLN)
B. Critical Care Nurses Association of the Philippines
C. Accredited Professional Organization (the PNA)
D. ADPCN
C. Accredited Professional Organization (the PNA)