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bcretired

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An athletic activity the nurse could recommend for a school-age child with pulmonary-artery hypertension is
 
  1. cross-country running.
  2. soccer.
  3. golf.
  4. basketball.

Question 2

A patient is using the contraceptive sponge as a birth control method. What action is important in order to maintain the sponge's effectiveness?
 
  1. Insert the sponge at least 1 hour before intercourse.
  2. Thoroughly moisten the sponge with water before inserting.
  3. Spermicidal jelly must be inserted at the same time the sponge is inserted.
  4. A new sponge must be inserted every time a couple has intercourse.



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Answer to Question 1

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Rationale: A child with pulmonary-artery hypertension should have exercise tailored to avoid dyspnea.Golf would require less exertion than soccer, basketball,or cross-country running.

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale 1: The sponge can be inserted any time between 24 hours and within a few minutes before intercourse.
Rationale 2: The sponge must be moistened with water until it is foamy.
Rationale 3: Additional spermicide does not have to be used.
Rationale 4: The sponge offers contraceptive protection for up to 24 hours no matter how many times a couple has intercourse.





 

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