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Pea0909berry

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A pregnant patient asks the nurse what can be done for constipation. What should the nurse recommend to the patient?
 
  A) Mineral oil
  B) Increased fiber intake
  C) Eating more meat products
  D) Stopping prenatal vitamins temporarily

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When assessing cervical effacement of a client in labor, the nurse assesses which of the following characteristics?
 
  A) Extent of opening to its widest diameter
  B) Degree of thinning
  C) Passage of the mucous plug
  D) Fetal presenting part


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raili21

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
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Eating fiber-rich foods is a natural way to prevent constipation because the bulk of the fiber left in the intestine aids evacuation. Eating fiber-rich foods this way is a better choice for preventing constipation than taking a fiber laxative because it allows a pregnant patient to receive nutrients from the food as well as prevent constipation. The pregnant patient should not use mineral oil to relieve constipation because it can prevent absorption of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, K, and E, vitamins necessary for both good fetal and maternal health. Eating more meat products can add to the constipation. The patient should not be advised to stop prescribed prenatal vitamins.

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Effacement refers to the degree of thinning of the cervix. Cervical dilation refers to the extent of opening at the widest diameter. Passage of the mucous plug occurs with bloody show is a premonitory sign of labor. The fetal presenting part is determined by vaginal examination and is commonly the head (cephalic), pelvis (breech), or shoulder.


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Reply #2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Correct answers!


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Reply #3 on: Jun 27, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


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