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frankwu

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Which symptom in a client who is using oral contraceptives should be reported to the physician immediately?
 
  a. Decrease in menstrual flow
  b. 5-lb weight gain
  c. Leg pain and edema
  d. Increased pigmentation of the face

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a 13-year-old boy in traction prior to surgery for slipped capital femoral epiphysis, or Legg-Calv-Perthes disease. He has been in an acute care setting for 2 weeks and will require an additional 10 days in the hospital.
 
  He is complaining that he feels isolated and is resisting further treatment. Which of the following would be the most helpful intervention?
  A) I know it is boring, but you must remain immobile for 2 more weeks.
  B) If there are no complications, you only have 2 more weeks here.
  C) Let's develop a list of books, movies, games, and friends you would like to have visit.
  D) If you resist your treatment, your condition will only get worse.


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frre432

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Oral contraceptives increase clotting factors that may place the woman at risk for throm-bophlebitis. Leg pain and edema are symptoms of thrombophlebitis.
A decrease in menstrual flow is an expected finding.
A 5-lb weight gain can be expected.
An increased pigmentation of the face is a common finding.

Answer to Question 2

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frankwu

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Reply #2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Thank you :)


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Reply #3 on: Jun 27, 2018
Happy to help you


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