Author Question: A clinic nurse is preparing a class for new parents on the effects of poor prenatal nutrition. Which ... (Read 114 times)

vinney12 · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

A clinic nurse is preparing a class for new parents on the effects of poor prenatal nutrition. Which is inappropriate to include as an outcome of poor prenatal nutrition?

A) Low birth weight
B) High birth weight
C) Premature birth
D) Altered brain function

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a client who will be discharged on a new blood pressure medication which increases the risk of orthostatic hypotension. Which should the nurse include in the discharge teaching to decrease the risk of injury at home?

A) Encourage appropriate lighting.
B) Provide a bedside commode.
C) Rise slowly when getting up.
D) Monitor activity tolerance.

mochi09 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

During the prenatal period, poor nutrition can have the following effects: altered brain function in the fetus, low birth weight, premature birth, jaundice, and a risk for learning disorders. High birth weight is not associated with poor prenatal nutrition.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C

Orthostatic hypotension can cause dizziness upon rising that can lead to falls. The nurse instructs the client to rise slowly and stand in place for a few seconds until balance is assured. Providing a bedside commode would be appropriate for the client with urinary urgency. Clients with respiratory difficulties or heart ailments would want to monitor their activity tolerance levels. Appropriate lighting would help the client experiencing impaired vision.