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MGLQZ

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A woman is planning to become pregnant. What actions should the nurse counsel her to take before stopping birth control? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.
 
  1. Take a daily multivitamin.
  2. See a medical doctor.
  3. Eat a well-balanced, nutritionally sound diet.
  4. Stop all over-the-counter medications.
  5. Stop smoking cigarettes.

Question 2

The nurse is preparing a teaching brochure for Spanish-speaking postpartum patients. Which topics are critical for this population?
 
  1. Baby baths and birth certificates
  2. Pregnancy fitness and avoiding cesarean delivery
  3. When and how to contact the provider
  4. Pain-relief options in labor and after birth



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joechoochoy

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Answer to Question 1

1,2,3,5
Rationale 1: It is important to start taking vitamins before becoming pregnant.
Rationale 2: Women who want to become pregnant should have a complete checkup beforehand.
Rationale 3: Nutritional deficits at conception and during the early prenatal period can influence the outcome of the pregnancy.
Rationale 4: The patient needs to ask her physician about which medications she should avoid.
Rationale 5: Anyone wishing to become pregnant should stop smoking.

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale 1: Baby baths and birth certificates are necessary information, but not critical.
Rationale 2: Cesarean birth can be seen as a status symbol in some Spanish-speaking cultures; avoidance might not be desirable. Pregnancy fitness is important, but not critical.
Rationale 3: Knowing how to contact the provider at all times is critical so that patients receive appropriate advice and care in case of a problem or emergency. Knowing what to watch for and when to call the provider also facilitates safety. These are the highest priorities.
Rationale 4: Pain relief is important, but not critical.




MGLQZ

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Gracias!


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