A nurse is discussing the signs and symptoms of mastitis with a ...

[yoroshambo]

A nurse is discussing the signs and symptoms of mastitis with a mother who is breastfeeding. What signs and symptoms should the nurse include in her discussion? (Choose all that apply.)
 
  1. Breast tenderness
  2. Warmth in the breast
  3. An area of redness on the breast often resembling the shape of a pie wedge
  4. A small white blister that may be seen on the tip of the nipple
  5. Fever and flulike symptoms

Question 2

Concerning the structure and function of the placenta, the maternity nurse should be aware that:
 
  1. as the placenta grows wider it thins out gradually to allow easier passage of air and nutrients.
  2. one of the early functions of the placenta is as an endocrine gland.
  3. the placenta is able to keep out most potentially toxic substances such as cigarette smoke to which the mother is exposed.
  4. optimal blood circulation is achieved through the placenta when the woman is lying on her back or standing.

[vish98]

Answer to Question 1

1, 2, 3, 5.
1, 2, 3, 5. Correct. These symptoms are commonly associated with mastitis and should be in-cluded in the nurse's discussion.
4. Incorrect. This symptom is generally not associated with mastitis. It is commonly seen in women who have a plugged milk duct.

Answer to Question 2

2
1. Incorrect. The placenta grows wider until week 20 and continues to grow thicker.
2. Correct. The placenta produces four hormones necessary to maintain the pregnancy.
3. Incorrect. Toxic substances such as nicotine and carbon monoxide readily cross the pla-centa into the fetus.
4. Incorrect. Optimal circulation occurs when the woman is lying on her side.

[yoroshambo]

Correct answers!

[vish98]

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