Women who smoke during pregnancy are most likely to have infants ...

[Melani1276]

Women who smoke during pregnancy are most likely to have infants who are what?
 
  a. Large for gestational age
  b. Preterm but size appropriate for gestational age
  c. Growth restricted in weight only
  d. Growth restricted in weight, length, and chest and head circumference

Question 2

An infant of a mother with herpes simplex infection has just been born. What should nursing considerations include?
 
  a. The infant should be isolated in a nursery.
  b. No special precautions are necessary.
  c. The mother and infant should be together in a private room.
  d. Immediate discharge is indicated to prevent spread of infection.

[frankwu0507]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Infants born to mothers who smoke have retardation in all aspects of growth. Infants of mothers with diabetes are large for gestational age. Infants of mothers who smoke are small for gestational age.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
The herpes virus can be transmitted to the infant intrapartum or by direct contact. The mother and infant should room together in a private room to reduce the risk of transmission to other infants and mothers. The infant should be kept with the mother. Placement in the nursery creates the possibility of transmission of the virus. Immediate discharge is not necessary. Good handwashing and a private room will minimize the risk of transmission while allowing the mother and infant to receive postpartum care.