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sabina

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on: Jun 28, 2018
A pregnant woman who has recently immigrated to the United States comments to the nurse, I am afraid of childbirth. It is so dangerous. I am afraid I will die. What is the best nursing response reflecting cultural sensitivity?
 
  a. Maternal mortality in the United States is extremely low.
  b. Anesthesia is available to relieve pain during labor and childbirth.
  c. Tell me why you are afraid of childbirth.
  d. Your condition will be monitored during labor and delivery.

Question 2

Which medical pioneer discovered the relationship between the incidence of puerperal fever and unwashed hands?
 
  a. Karl Cred
  b. Ignaz Semmelweis
  c. Louis Pasteur
  d. Joseph Lister


kusterl

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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Asking the patient about her concerns helps promote understanding and individualizes patient care.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Ignaz Semmelweis deduced that puerperal fever was septic, contagious, and transmitted by the unwashed hands of physicians and medical students.


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