Author Question: The nurse discussing the menstrual cycle with an adolescent female client should include which of ... (Read 29 times)

stephzh · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

The nurse discussing the menstrual cycle with an adolescent female client should include which of the following information?

1. The maturing follicle produces estrogen immediately at the end of the menstrual phase.
2. Cervical mucus is thicker during the proliferative phase.
3. Cervical mucus is thinner during the secretory phase.
4. The average menstrual cycle is 32 days.

Question 2

A child who is diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis has been placed on prednisone for treatment. The nurse is teaching the family about precautions to use with this medication.

Which client statement indicates that the medication teaching was successful? 1. I will take this medication on an empty stomach to enhance absorption..
2. I will take the ordered dose at the same time every day..
3. I will not have to limit my sodium intake..
4. I will not have to adjust my insulin regimen..

Ahnyah · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

1. The maturing follicle produces estrogen immediately at the end of the menstrual phase.

Rationale:
The nurse should instruct the client that at the end of the menstrual phase, the maturing follicle begins to produce estrogen. Cervical mucus is thinner, not thicker, during the proliferative phase. Cervical mucus is thicker during the secretory phase. The average menstrual cycle is 28 days.

Answer to Question 2

2. I will take the ordered dose at the same time every day..

Rationale:
Steroid therapy is usually done as part of a tapered-dose treatment plan. It is important to take the medication at the same time each day. Steroids are taken with food to minimize GI distress. Steroids can cause fluid retention, so sodium intake is limited. Steroids also increase blood sugar, so insulin dosages may be increased.