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wrbasek0

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A new mother had spinal anesthesia during a cesarean delivery. She now has a desire to void and can wiggle her toes. What should be the nurse's response when the mother asks to go the bathroom?
 
  a. Assess her blood pressure
  b. Obtain a wheelchair
  c. Palpate her bladder
  d. Put slippers on her feet

Question 2

What is the cause of gestational hypertension?
 
  a. Too much salt
  b. A toxin
  c. Unknown
  d. Diabetes


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chloejackso

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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The nurse should check that the mother is wearing slippers to ensure better footing. If the mother has a desire to void and can move her toes, there is no need for her to remain bedridden.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
The cause of gestational hypertension is unknown.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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