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burton19126

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on: Jun 27, 2018
The nurse explains to a client that the purpose of a cerclage is to
 
  a. stop premature labor contractions
  b. control active vaginal bleeding
  c. prevent dilation of the cervix
  d. prevent spontaneous rupture of membranes

Question 2

You are assessing a client with a diagnosis of lung cancer. Your assessment would most likely reveal which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. chest pain d. urinary incontinence
  b. voice change e. frequent bouts of constipation
  c. recurring pneumonia f. blood streaked spu-tum


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anoriega3

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

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Cerclage is a surgical technique involving suturing the cervix closed in the client with an incompetent cervix and is used to prevent cervical dilation. Medications such as terbutaline are used to stop premature labor contractions. Cerclage has no impact on vaginal bleeding or on the integrity of the membranes.

Answer to Question 2

A, B, C, F
Lung cancer symptoms include persistent cough, chest pain, voice change, bronchitis, sputum with bloody streaks, and recurring pneumonia.


burton19126

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
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