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A mother and her newborn have been discharged after a hospital stay of less than 48 hours.
 
  What are essential components the nurse must include in the first postpartum home visit? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Assessment of color
  2. Measurement of weight
  3. Measurement of height
  4. Assessment of mothernewborn interaction
  5. Reinforcement of information about feeding and sleep patterns

Question 2

The client with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) has been prescribed metformin (Glucophage).
 
  The nurse tells the client that the medication will do which of the following? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Decrease your excessive hair growth.
  2. Make it easier to lose weight.
  3. Increase your acne.
  4. Improve your chances of pregnancy.
  5. Make your menstrual periods irregular.



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Answer to Question 1

1,2,4,5
Rationale 1: The first visit typically occurs between the 3rd and 6th days of life, the peak time for newborn jaundice.
Rationale 2: Peak weight loss takes place between the 3rd and 6th days of life.
Rationale 3: Weight is not as important to assess as are other factors.
Rationale 4: This is an opportune time to assess attachment and interaction between the mother and newborn.
Rationale 5: Parents frequently need further clarification of information provided in the hospital.

Answer to Question 2

1, 2, 4
Explanation: 1. Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) treatment with metformin decreases hirsutism.
2. Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) treatment with metformin improves weight loss success.
4. Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) treatment with metformin increases ovulation and therefore menstrual regularity and fertility.



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