Author Question: The nurse is teaching a class to pregnant women about common physiological changes during pregnancy. ... (Read 63 times)

moongchi · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

The nurse is teaching a class to pregnant women about common physiological changes during pregnancy. Which information should the nurse include in the teaching session?

a. Pregnancy is not a time to be having sexual activity.
b. Urinary frequency will occur early in the pregnancy.
c. Breast tenderness should be reported as soon as possible.
d. Late in the pregnancy Braxton Hicks contraction may occur.

Question 2

A 55-year-old female presents to the outpatient clinic describing irregular menstrual periods and hot flashes. Which information should the nurse share with the patient?

a. The patient's assessment points toward normal menopause.
b. Those symptoms are normal when a woman undergoes the climacteric.
c. An assessment is not really needed because these problems are normal for older women.
d. The patient should stop regular exercise because that is probably causing these symptoms.

Mochi · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
During the third trimester (late pregnancy), increases in Braxton Hicks contractions (irregular, short contractions), fatigue, and urinary frequency (not early) occur. Normally, women commonly have morning sickness, breast enlargement and tenderness, and fatigue. Women need to be reassured that sexual activity will not harm the fetus.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The most significant physiological changes during middle age are menopause in women and the climacteric in men. Menopause typically occurs between 45 and 60 years of age. The nurse should continue with the examination because a comprehensive assessment offers direction for health promotion recommendations, as well as for planning and implementing any acutely needed interventions. Exercise should not be stopped, especially in middle-aged adults.