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The fragile blood vessels of the umbilical cord are not compressed by the pressure of the uterus because the vessels are protected by which of the following?

A patient has just been instructed in the treatment for a Chlamydia trachomatis vaginal infection. Which patient statement indicates that the nurse’s teaching has been effective? Select all that apply.

The nurse is discussing follow-up after a clients yearly gynocolgy exam. The nurse knows that the client needs further education when she states?

A patient diagnosed with genital Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) II is concerned about sexual intercourse. What information should the nurse discuss with the patient?

A newborn weighs 6 pounds and 4 ounces.  How many kilograms does this newborn weigh?

A pregnant mother who is 32 weeks gestation is asking the nurse about her twins, a boy and a girl. The mother asks what if they are identical. The best response by the nurse would be?

Being aware that several pregnant students have been diagnosed with iron-deficiency anemia, the school nurse plans a class about nutrition for pregnant teens. What should the nurse encourage the teens to consume to increase iron absorption?

The doctor ordered 100 mg golimumab sub q, weekly for a patient with ulcerative colitis.  The concentration of golimumab is 50 mg/0.5 ml.  How many ml should the nurse inject per dose?

A client whose cervix is dilated 8 cm is restless and frequently changing position in an attempt to get comfortable. Which nursing action is most important?

A 65 year-old male presents to the ED with complaints of acute, severe scrotal pain, tenderness, and swelling. On physical exam the cremasteric reflex is absent.  Which diagnosis describes this condition?