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Question 1 of 5

The nurse is assessing a client at 28 weeks' gestation with gestational diabetes. What complication is the client at greatest risk for?

A. Preterm labor.
B. Placenta previa.
C. Macrosomia.
D. Abruptio placentae.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Macrosomia.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is reviewing a copy of the U.S. Surgeon General's Report, Healthy People 2020. Which nursing action best reflects the nurse fostering this health care agenda?

A. The nurse signs up for classes to obtain an advanced degree in nursing.
B. The nurse volunteers at a local health care clinic providing free vaccinations for low-income populations.
C. The nurse performs an in-service on basic hospital equipment for student nurses.
D. The nurse compiles nursing articles on evidence-based practices in nursing to present at a hospital training seminar.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: The nurse volunteers at a local health care clinic providing free vaccinations for low-income populations.

Question 3 of 5

The nurse is performing Leopold's maneuvers. What is the primary goal?

A. Determine fetal well-being.
B. Assess fetal position and presentation.
C. Measure amniotic fluid volume.
D. Evaluate uterine contractions.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Assess fetal position and presentation.

Question 4 of 5

The nurse is teaching a prenatal class about breastfeeding. What is a key benefit of colostrum?

A. It increases the baby’s birth weight.
B. It provides antibodies that protect against infection.
C. It eliminates the need for formula supplementation.
D. It reduces maternal fatigue.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: It provides antibodies that protect against infection.

Question 5 of 5

The primiparous patient that's 40 weeks' gestation reports to the nurse that she has increased pelvic pressure and increased urinary frequency. Which response by the nurse is best?

A. This symptom usually means the baby's head has descended further
B. Unless you have pain with urination, we don't need to worry it
C. Come in for an appointment today and we'll check out everything
D. This might indicate that the baby is no longer in a head down position

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: This symptom usually means the baby's head has descended further

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