The hormone necessary for milk production is a. Estrogen b. ...

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The hormone necessary for milk production is
 
  a. Estrogen
  b. Prolactin
  c. Progesterone
  d. Lactogen

Question 2

What is an appropriate intervention for a child with nephrotic syndrome who is edematous?
 
  a. Teach the child to minimize body movements.
  b. Change the child's position every 2 hours.
  c. Avoid the use of skin lotions.
  d. Bathe every other day.

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Answer to Question 1

B
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A Estrogen decreases the effectiveness of prolactin and prevents mature breast milk
from being produced.
B Prolactin, secreted by the anterior pituitary, is a hormone that causes the breasts
to produce milk.
C Progesterone decreases the effectiveness of prolactin and prevents mature breast
milk from being produced.
D Human placental lactogen decreases the effectiveness of prolactin and prevents
mature breast milk from being produced.

Answer to Question 2

B
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A The child with edema is at risk for impaired skin integrity. It is important for the
child to change position frequently to prevent skin breakdown.
B Frequent position changes decrease pressure on body parts and help relieve
edema in dependent areas.
C Applying lotion to the skin helps to increase circulation.
D Bathing daily removes irritating body secretions from the skin.