A patient is being admitted to the labor area with the diagnosis ...

[nummyann]

A patient is being admitted to the labor area with the diagnosis of eclampsia. Which actions by the nurse are appropriate at this time? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
 
  Select all that apply. 1. Tape a tongue blade to the head of the bed.
  2. Pad the siderails and head of the bed.
  3. Provide the patient with needed stimulation.
  4. Provide the patient with grief counseling.
  5. Pull the blinds and provide a dark, quiet environment.

Question 2

The newborn's cry should have which of the following characteristics? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.
 
  1. Medium pitch
  2. Shrillness
  3. Strength
  4. High pitch
  5. Lusty

[vickyvicksss]

Answer to Question 1

2,5
Rationale 1: It is dangerous to insert a tongue blade into the mouth of a seizing patient.
Rationale 2: The siderails and headboard should be padded.
Rationale 3: Excess stimulation can precipitate a seizure.
Rationale 4: There is no reason to provide grief counseling.
Rationale 5: This patient's room should be dark and quiet so as not to precipitate any seizure.

Answer to Question 2

1, 3, 5
Explanation: 1. The newborn's cry should be strong, lusty, and of medium pitch.
3. The newborn's cry should be strong, lusty, and of medium pitch.
5. The newborn's cry should be strong, lusty, and of medium pitch.

[nummyann]

Gracias!

[ricroger]

Excellent