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Mercury occurs naturally in the environment, including waterways.
 
  Bacteria in the water convert mercury to methylmercury, which is absorbed by fish low on the food chain and becomes concentrated in larger, longer living predatory fish at the top of the food chain. What can mercury exposure during pregnancy cause? A) Brain and neurologic abnormalities in the fetus
  B) Stunted fetal growth
  C) Fetal malformations
  D) Abortion

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When completing an assessment on an elderly client the nurse addresses the issue about alcohol consumption. Which statement by the nurse would illicit the most accurate information from the client?
 
  1. Have other people ever told you that you are drinking too much?
   2. Have you ever thought you were drinking too much?
   3. In the past three months how often have you had a drink containing alcohol?
   4. Many elderly clients tend to abuse alcohol; do you think this is a problem for you?



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Answer to Question 1

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Mercury poisoning in a fetus can result in learning delays in walking or talking to more severe problems such as cerebral palsy, seizures, and mental retardation.

Answer to Question 2

3

Rationale: Asking the client about their history of alcohol consumption allows the client to answer the question without feeling defensive. In addition, questioning about this type of questioning allows the nurse to follow up with further screening if necessary. Asking direct questions or approaching the client in a judgmental manner may sound punitive to the client and they may not provide the nurse with an accurate response.




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Reply 2 on: Aug 2, 2018
Excellent


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
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