The perinatal nurse is caring for Miranda, a Native American woman in labor with her first baby. Miranda asks about the possibility of burning sweet grass, a part of her cultural traditions, during labor. The perinatal nurse's best response is:
A) Burning any type of substance is not allowed by policy in the hospital. Is there something else that I can do that would be similar?
B) I understand that this cultural practice is important to you, however, I am unable to accommodate your request at this time.
C) Can you explain to me a bit more about this custom so that I can understand it better?
D) I need to know more about this custom so that I can confer with the nurse in charge of the unit about your request. I want to support you in labor so let's work together to see if it is possible.
Question 2
The clinic nurse describes the respiratory system changes common to pregnancy to the new nurse. These changes include:
Select all answers that apply:
A) An increased tidal volume
B) A decreased airway resistance
C) An increased chest circumference
D) An increased airway resistance
The nurse cares for the postop client in the postanesthesia care unit (PACU).
Premature baby
A nurse communicates with her non–English-speaking patient through an interpreter
Where is this woman starring?
A pediatrician with a baby