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geoffrey

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The perinatal nurse recommends muscle-strengthening exercises to a woman who is pregnant for the first time. The woman states that she does not want to be muscle-bound and masculine. What response by the nurse is best?
 
  A.
  As long as you use lighter weights, you won't get muscle-bound.
  B.
  OK, what do you think about swimming for exercise then?
  C.
  Strengthening muscles will decrease risks of ligament and joint injury.
  D.
  Stronger muscles will make the labor process much easier on you.

Question 2

A patient in the prenatal clinic had a negative rubella titer. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?
 
  A.
  Have the laboratory draw rubella titers as a double-check.
  B.
  Instruct the woman to avoid anyone who may have the disease.
  C.
  Prepare to administer a rubella vaccination to the woman.
  D.
  Reassure the woman that rubella has few fetal consequences.



Sassygurl126

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Muscle strengthening benefits the woman as she copes with the physical changes of pregnancy, which include weight gain and postural changes. Muscle-strengthening exercises also help to decrease the risk of ligament and joint injury. The other options do not explain this information, making it much less likely she will participate in these exercises.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Rubella (German measles) can cause fetal abnormalities if the pregnant woman contracts it during the first trimester, so all pregnant women are screened for immunity. A positive test means the woman is immune to the disease, whereas a negative test indicates susceptibility to it. The woman needs to avoid people who may be ill with rubella and be immunized after her delivery. There is no need for a double check of the results.



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