Author Question: During the initial prenatal visit, the nurse assesses the history of the father of the child for: ... (Read 123 times)

CharlieWard · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

During the initial prenatal visit, the nurse assesses the history of the father of the child for: Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

1. Stability of living conditions.
2. ABO and Rh type.
3. Significant health problems.
4. Nutritional history.
5. Previous or present use of tobacco.

Question 2

An HIV-positive mother delivered 2 days ago. The infant will be placed in foster care. The nurse is planning discharge teaching for the foster parents on how to care for the newborn at home. Which instructions should the nurse include?

1. Do not add food supplements to the baby's diet.
2. Place soiled diapers in a sealed plastic bag.
3. Wash soiled linens in cool water with bleach.
4. Put the infant in sunlight through a window.

kardosa007 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

2,3,5
Rationale 1: The stability of living conditions for the father will not be assessed at the initial prenatal visit.
Rationale 2: The father of the fetus should be assessed for blood type and Rh factor.
Rationale 3: The father of the fetus should be assessed for significant health problems.
Rationale 4: The nutritional history of the father of the fetus will not be assessed.
Rationale 5: The father of the fetus should be assessed for previous or present alcohol intake, drug use, or tobacco use.

Answer to Question 2

2
Rationale 1: Small, frequent feedings are recommended, as well as food supplementation as necessary to support weight gain.
Rationale 2: The nurse should instruct the parents about proper hand-washing techniques, about proper disposal of soiled diapers, and to wear gloves when diapering.
Rationale 3: Soiled linens should be washed in hot, sudsy water with bleach.
Rationale 4: Placing an infant in sunlight through a window is recommended for jaundice, not HIV exposure.