For which diseases does the prenatal nurse recommend a newly ...

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For which diseases does the prenatal nurse recommend a newly pregnant woman be screened? (Select all that apply.)
 
  A.
  Chlamydia
  B.
  Hepatitis A
  C.
  Mumps
  D.
  Rubella
  E.
  Varicella

Question 2

A nurse is assessing a woman pregnant with her third child. She has a history of pregnancy-related varicosities. Which action by the nurse takes priority?
 
  A.
  Advising the woman not to cross her legs while pregnant
  B.
  Assessing the woman's pedal pulses and circulation
  C.
  Having the woman rate her leg pain on a 1-to-10 scale
  D.
  Teaching the woman to wear knee-high stockings

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, D, E
Pregnant women should be screened for sexually transmitted infections, hepatitis B, HIV, rubella, and varicella. When contracted during the first trimester, rubella causes a number of fetal deformities. Varicella (chickenpox) is another common childhood disease that may cause problems in the developing embryo and fetus. Therefore, all pregnant women are screened for rubella and varicella.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Assessment is the first step of the nursing process, and issues related to airway, breathing, and circulation are priorities for all patients. The nurse should first assess the patient's circulation, including pedal pulses, warmth, skin color, and capillary refill. After a circulatory assessment is complete, the nurse should assess pain. After a thorough assessment, the nurse can plan teaching. Self-care measures include not crossing the legs, not wearing constrictive clothing such as knee-high stockings, and elevating the legs at least twice a day.