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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:

A client expresses concern that her 2-hour-old newborn is sleepy and difficult to awaken. The nurse explains that this behavior indicates:

What type of decelerations are in this fetal heart tracing?