Author Question: A couple would like their 5-year-old to attend the birth. Which statement by the nurse would assist ... (Read 72 times)

nramada · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

A couple would like their 5-year-old to attend the birth. Which statement by the nurse would assist in the plan of care for the 5-year-old?

1. You should let your child stay home, because you will be focusing on the birth.
2. Children under 12 are not allowed to be present at the birth.
3. You should bring someone who can tend solely to any specific needs of your child.
4. Bring some toys to keep your child occupied.

Question 2

A nursing instructor has just completed a class on the effects of over-the-counter drugs on the fetus. At the end of class the students completed a quiz.

Which responses by the students indicate that they understood the class? (Select all that apply.)
a. Increased birth weight d. Renal failure
b. Neonatal bleeding e. Teeth decay
c. Bone growth inhibi-tion f. Central nervous sys-tem disturbances

Jody Vaughn · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

3
Rationale:
1. Preparing the child on what to expect is beneficial.
2. Children are allowed to be present at births.
3. A sibling should have her own support person whose primary responsibility is to take care of the child's needs.
4. A sibling should have her own support person whose primary responsibility is to take care of the child's needs.

Answer to Question 2

B, C, D, F
The effects of over-the-counter drugs on the fetus include low birth weight (not increased birth weight), neonatal bleeding, bone growth inhibition, renal failure, teeth discoloration (not decay), and central nervous system disturbances. Other effects include pulmonary hypertension, mental health restriction, drug addiction, FAS, congenital malformations, spontaneous abortions, and fetal death.