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viki

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The nurse is providing discharge instructions to a pregnant woman at risk for preterm labor. Which statement by the patient indicates the teaching was effective?
 
  a. I will avoid eating spicy foods.
  b. I will avoid taking a warm bath.
  c. I will avoid sexual intercourse.
  d. I will avoid wearing tight-fitting clothing.

Question 2

The patient asks how long she remains fertile after ovulation. The best response is the ovum remains fertile:
 
  a. For approximately 24 hours
  b. For approximately 1 week
  c. For approximately 4 hours
  d. Until menstruation begins



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Sexual abstention is advised for women at risk for miscarriage or preterm labor because of the uterine-stimulating effects of the hormone oxytocin that is released during orgasm.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The ovum remains fertile for about 24 hours after ovulation.



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