Author Question: Which nursing intervention is appropriate when preparing a woman for an amniocentesis? A) Inform ... (Read 27 times)

madam-professor · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

Which nursing intervention is appropriate when preparing a woman for an amniocentesis?

A) Inform her that a narcotic premedication will be given to prevent pain during needle insertion
B) Be certain she knows that there are risks of complication, such as premature labor, from amniocentesis
C) Instruct her not to empty her bladder prior to the procedure
D) Suggest that she take a deep breath and hold it during needle insertion

Question 2

What advice should the nurse provide to a pregnant patient who continues to drink alcohol one to two times a week?

A) She should avoid alcohol in the first trimester
B) Alcohol should not be consumed during pregnancy
C) The effects of alcohol on the fetus are not fully understood
D) She may have an occasional drink after the first trimester