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ENagel · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

A client who is in perimenopause is having a number of severe symptoms. The nurse assesses this client and knows the doctor will likely prescribe what to assist in relieving the distress?

1. Calcium and vitamin D
2. A form of hormonal contraception
3. Prescriptive pain medication
4. Antibiotics

Question 2

A laboring mother has recurrent late decelerations. At birth, the infant has a heart rate of 100, is not breathing, and is limp and bluish in color. What nursing action is best?

1. Begin chest compressions.
2. Deep-suction the airways.
3. Begin bag-and-mask ventilation.
4. Obtain a blood pressure reading.

SVictor · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

2
Explanation: 2. Hormonal contraception is the correct answer, as pregnancy can still be a concern, plus the estrogen will relieve other symptoms, such as hot flashes and vaginal dryness.

Answer to Question 2

3
Rationale 1: Chest compressions are not initiated until the heart rate is less than 60 and respirations have been established.
Rationale 2: This would be appropriate if there were meconium-stained fluid. There is no information about the amniotic fluid in the question.
Rationale 3: When an infant is not breathing and has poor muscle tone, bag-and-mask ventilation is the appropriate resuscitation measure.
Rationale 4: Blood pressure is insignificant during resuscitation efforts. This infant needs respirations established.