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Explain the Missouri Compromise

The suffix -cele means hernia, tumor or swelling.

The pinna or the auricle is located in what part of the ear?

What suffix means thirst?

A client is in the first stage of labor. Which of the following assessments would the nurse expect to find during this stage?

While a nurse is caring for a client admitted to the labor and birth unit in active labor. The client tells the nurse “My water just broke”.  What should the nurse do first?

A client diagnosed with preeclampsia is now in labor and admitted to the hospital. The healthcare provider (HCP) has prescribed magnesium sulfate at 3 g/h.  Which assessment finding indicates that the intended therapeutic effect has occurred?

A nurse is preparing a client for a modified biophysical profile (MBPP). The nurse explains to the client that this test is composed of which of the following assessments? Select all that apply

A client with preeclampsia is receiving magnesium sulfate at 2 gm/hr. The nurse’s assessment includes:  temperature 36.7 C; pulse 78; respirations 12/minute; blood pressure 128/82 mm Hg; urinary output 25 ml/hr via urinary catheter; patellar-tendon reflex absent; ankle clonus absent; fetal heart rate 120 beats/min; cervix 4cm dilated, 80% effaced, station -1.  Which is the most appropriate action for the nurse to take?