A patient tells the nurse that she is worried because her partner ...

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A patient tells the nurse that she is worried because her partner does not seem interested in the pregnancy. Which response by the nurse would be the most appropriate?
 
  a. Your partner probably did not want a child.
  b. Your partner will go through stages of adjustment to fatherhood.
  c. It would be a good idea for you to see a counselor as soon as possible.
  d. If he doesn't show more interest by the second trimester, he won't be able to bond with the baby.

Question 2

A woman who is 36 weeks pregnant tells the clinic nurse that she is considering taking ibuprofen for her back pain and muscle cramps. The nurse's best response is:
 
  a. That is a good choice for pain relief.
  b. Taking that mediation could cause your baby to experience distress because of premature changes in its cardiovascular system.
  c. Instead of using ibuprofen, you should take aspirin for the pain.
  d. Any of the over-the-counter pain relievers would be fine.

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Although the major focus of pregnancy is the mother and baby, the partner also travels through stages of adjustment to fatherhood. Cultural values influence the role of the father, so the nurse should not assume that a father is not interested if he takes a less active role during the pregnancy and birth process.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Use of ibuprofen during the third trimester can cause early closure of the ductus arteriosus. All women of childbearing age should be counseled about the risk of ingesting any drug during pregnancy and lactation.

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