A primigravida calls the labor and delivery unit and tells the ...

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A primigravida calls the labor and delivery unit and tells the nurse that she is 39 weeks pregnant and that over the last 4 or 5 days, she has noticed that although her breathing has become easier, she is having leg cramps, a slight amount of
 
  edema in her lower legs, and an increased amount of vaginal secretions. The nurse tells the patient that she has experienced what is commonly called: 1. Quickening.
  2. Lightening.
  3. Dilation.
  4. Braxton Hicks contractions.

Question 2

The nurse is asked by a pregnant patient about the benefits of a breastfeeding class. The nurse's best response is that the programs offer: Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected.
 
  Select all that apply. 1. La Leche League's Web site.
  2. Practical instruction.
  3. Resources.
  4. Encouragment.
  5. Support for 1 month.

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Answer to Question 1

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Rationale 1: Quickening is the first fetal movement the mother feels.
Rationale 2: Lightening describes the effect occurring when the fetus begins to settle into the pelvic inlet.
Rationale 3: Dilation describes the increase in size of the cervical os.
Rationale 4: Braxton Hicks contractions occur before the onset of labor.

Answer to Question 2

2,3,4
Rationale 1: La Leche is not the only group providing breastfeeding information and support.
Rationale 2: Breastfeeding programs offer practical instruction for parents.
Rationale 3: Breastfeeding programs offer resources for the parents.
Rationale 4: Breastfeeding programs in the prenatal period offer encouragement to parents.
Rationale 5: Mothers are encouraged to breastfeed for 1 year. Support will be given for longer than 1 month.

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Excellent

[mcarey591]

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