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A pregnant patient asks the nurse about a trial of labor after cesarean. What is the patient’s reason for asking about this?

A patient 34 weeks gestation has been taking prenatal vitamins, accessing regular prenatal care, and is a smoker. Which action would the nurse take if the patient describes feeling pain in their hands mostly, sometimes all the way up to their elbows, particularly in the hand they use the most? Select all that apply.

A patient with postural hypotension is hospitalized. Which safety measure would the nurse implement during ambulation?

Based on the eight principles of patient-centered care, which action would the nurse take while providing emotional support to the patient? Select all that apply.

Which additional symptom noted in a child who the parent reports “constantly seems angry both at home and in school” may indicate depression?

How can a nurse establish trust and encourage patient disclosure about sexuality?

A nurse is assessing a pregnant women in her second trimester. Which cardiovascular system changes would the nurse consider normal?

The nurse is teaching a parent about toddler care. Which instruction provided by the nurse indicates effective teaching?

Which approach by the nurse helps assess the patient’s retention of information?

Which response would the nurse provide the patient who asks, “What contraceptive do you think I should use?”