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lindiwe

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The perinatal nurse is caring for Miranda, a Native American woman in labor with her first baby. Miranda asks about the possibility of burning sweet grass, a part of her cultural traditions, during labor. The perinatal nurse's best response is:
 
  A) Burning any type of substance is not allowed by policy in the hospital. Is there something else that I can do that would be similar?
  B) I understand that this cultural practice is important to you, however, I am unable to accommodate your request at this time.
  C) Can you explain to me a bit more about this custom so that I can understand it better?
  D) I need to know more about this custom so that I can confer with the nurse in charge of the unit about your request. I want to support you in labor so let's work together to see if it is possible.

Question 2

The clinic nurse describes the respiratory system changes common to pregnancy to the new nurse. These changes include:
  Select all answers that apply:
 
  A) An increased tidal volume
  B) A decreased airway resistance
  C) An increased chest circumference
  D) An increased airway resistance


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britb2u

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

A, B, C


lindiwe

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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