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At which time is it most important to monitor for umbilical cord prolapse?

After the birth of the newborn, the mother is ready to be discharged home. The client’s mother is present and will remain with her for 1 month. The client’s mother tells the nurse that her daughter will not be allowed to leave the house for the first month after the birth, based on the family’s cultural customs. How should the nurse respond to this statement?

The nurse is assessing a postpartum client’s vital signs 24 hours after the birth of the infant and notes: respiratory rate, 18 breaths/min; pulse rate, 110 beats/min; temperature 100.3°F (37.9°C); blood pressure, 130/88 mm Hg. Which assessment finding should the nurse prioritize for further attention?

Which finding will be seen in a neonate suspected of having an infection?

A nurse is conducting a class for pregnant women who are in their third trimester. The nurse is reviewing information about the emotional changes that occur in the postpartum period, including postpartum blues and postpartum depression. After reviewing information about postpartum blues, the group demonstrates understanding when they make which statement about this condition?

During late pregnancy, the nurse teaches a pregnant woman to lay on her left side to avoid what condition?

In which situation is the nurse correct to document a reactive nonstress test? Select all that apply.

A client has been admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of preeclampsia with severe features. Which nursing intervention is the priority?

The nurse is weighing a newborn and documents AGA (appropriate for gestational age) on the newborn record. Which weight percentile is anticipated?

A client’s last menstrual period was October 20. Using Nagele’s rule, her estimated date of birth (EDB) would be: