Author Question: When checking a woman's urine using a dipstick, the nurse is able to measure which of the following ... (Read 89 times)

LaDunn · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

When checking a woman's urine using a dipstick, the nurse is able to measure which of the following substances in the woman's urine.? (Select all that apply.)

a. Sodium d. Blood
b. Protein e. Ketones
c. Glucose f. Potassium

Question 2

Which statement is true about the physiologic effects of pain in labor?

a. It usually results in a more rapid labor.
b. It is considered to be a normal occurrence.
c. It may result in decreased placental perfusion.
d. It has no effect on the outcome of labor.

vboyd24 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B, C, D, E
The dipstick can be used to measure protein, glucose, blood, and ketones. Sodium and potassium are not measured with the dipstick.

Answer to Question 2

C
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A Excessive pain may prolong the labor due to increase anxiety in the woman.
B Pain is considered normal for labor. However, excessive pain may be an
indication of other problems and must be assessed.
C When experiencing excessive pain, the woman may react with a stress response
that diverts blood flow from the uterus and the fetus.
D It may affect the outcome of the labor depending on the cause and the effect on
the woman.