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Preconception care:
 
  1. is designed for women who have never been pregnant.
  2. includes risk factor assessments for potential medical and psychologic problems but by law cannot consider finances or workplace conditions.
  3. avoids teaching about safe sex to avoid political controversy.
  4. could include interventions to reduce substance use and abuse.

Question 2

In the emergency room, you are asked to administer a histamine-2-receptor antagonist to a child with extensive burns. The purpose of this is to
 
  A) reduce inflammation of a burned esophagus.
  B) aid in regulating electrolyte balance.
  C) help prevent a stress ulcer.
  D) keep the child from feeling hungry.



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Answer to Question 1

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1. Incorrect. Preconception care is designed for all women of childbearing potential.
2. Incorrect. Risk factor assessment includes financial resources and environmental condi-tions at home and work.
3. Incorrect. Health promotion can include teaching about safe sex.
4. Correct. If assessments indicate a drug problem, treatment can be suggested or arranged.

Answer to Question 2

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