Which statement indicates a woman understands activity ...

[bobbie]

Which statement indicates a woman understands activity limitations for the management of preterm labor?
 
  a. After my shower in the morning, I do the laundry and straighten up the house; then I rest.
  b. I pack a picnic basket and put it next to the sofa so I do not have to get up for food during the day.
  c. I have a 2-year-old to care for, but I try to rest as much as I can.
  d. I get really bored at home, so I go to the shopping mall for just a little while.

Question 2

A student nurse questions the instructor regarding what alteration should be made for the assessment of the fundus of a new postoperative cesarean section patient.
 
  What is the best response?
  a.
  The fundus is not assessed until the second postoperative day.
  b.
  The fundus is assessed by walking fingers from the side of the uterus to the midline.
  c.
  The fundus is assessed only if large clots appear in lochia.
  d.
  The fundus is assessed only once every shift.

[anoriega3]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Lengthy activity restrictions are often needed to prevent preterm birth. The nurse can help the woman identify ways to organize necessary activities and maximize rest.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Assessment of the fundus following a cesarean section is done as usual, but using especially gentle fundal massage.

[bobbie]

Correct answers!

[anoriega3]

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