The physician is pleased with the outcome of a client's NST and ...

[folubunmi]

The physician is pleased with the outcome of a client's NST and discharges her home to return in 1 week for another NST. Additional teaching for this client prior to discharge should include
 
  a. force fluids
  b. maintain bed rest at home
  c. monitor fetal activity daily
  d. return if any contractions occur

Question 2

The nurse performs a Dextrostix on a newborn and finds it to be 38 . The nurse's next action would be to
 
  a. assess the infant's respiratory status to determine method of feeding
  b. feed the baby formula by gavage
  c. feed the infant formula by nipple
  d. notify the pediatrician

[bigsis44]

Answer to Question 1

C
Monitoring fetal activity is an appropriate teaching topic for a mother requiring a repeat NST. Teaching the client to force fluids, maintain bed rest at home, or return if any contractions occur are not appropriate teaching related to preparing for a repeat NST.

Answer to Question 2

A
This indicates hypoglycemia, so feedings should begin within 30 minutes after birth. However, the respiratory status of the neonate must be assessed, so that the correct method of feeding can be implemented. Hypoglycemia can cause respiratory distress.

[folubunmi]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[rachel]

Excellent