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Question 1 of 5

A nurse is assisting a postpartum person with breastfeeding. What is the best intervention to help relieve nipple pain?

A. apply lanolin cream
B. administer analgesics
C. apply a warm compress
D. apply cold compresses

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: apply lanolin cream

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is caring for a pregnant patient who is 30 weeks gestation and has a BMI of 32. Which of the following complications should the nurse monitor for more closely?

A. Gestational diabetes and preeclampsia
B. Hyperemesis gravidarum and miscarriage
C. Iron-deficiency anemia and urinary tract infections
D. Gestational hypertension and placenta previa

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Gestational diabetes and preeclampsia

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is caring for a postpartum person who is at risk for postpartum hemorrhage. What is the most important nursing action to reduce the risk?

A. administer oxytocin
B. administer IV fluids
C. administer an epidural
D. perform fundal massage

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: administer IV fluids

Question 4 of 5

A woman provides the nurse with the following obstetrical history: Delivered a son, now 7 years old, at 28 weeks’ gestation; delivered a daughter, now 5 years old, at 39 weeks’ gestation; had a miscarriage 3 years ago, and had a first-trimester abortion 2 years ago. She is currently pregnant. Which of the following portrays an accurate picture of this woman’s gravidity and parity?

A. G4 P2121.
B. G4 P1212.
C. G5 P1122.
D. G5 P2211.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: G5 P2211.

Question 5 of 5

A 26-year-old pregnant woman who is 12 weeks gestation asks the nurse about the importance of folic acid. Which of the following is the best response by the nurse?

A. Folic acid helps prevent birth defects of the spine and brain.
B. Folic acid increases the chances of having a boy.
C. Folic acid prevents nausea during pregnancy.
D. Folic acid helps the placenta attach to the uterus.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Folic acid helps prevent birth defects of the spine and brain.

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