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Awilson837

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A man has brought his wife to the emergency room. Because of her visible injuries and demeanor, the nurse suspects partner abuse. The man is doing most of the talking, and the wife sits quietly with her head down.
 
  In preparing to examine the woman, the nurse should: A. Ask her if she would like her husband to wait in the waiting room.
   B. Find a chair so that the husband can sit by her during the examination.
   C. Ask the husband if he would like to be present during the examination.
   D. Tell the husband to wait in the waiting room while his wife is being examined.

Question 2

A variety of drugs are used either alone or in combination to provide relief of postpartum pain. Which of the following would be an option for pain relief?
 
  1. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents
  2. Proquad
  3. Methergine
  4. Intravenous oxytocin



Brummell1998

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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

1
Explanation: 1. A variety of drugs are used alone or in combination to provide relief of postpartum pain. An option would include nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents such as ibuprofen and ketorolac.



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