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jc611

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The nurse cautions the patient that, because of hormonal changes in late pregnancy, the pelvic joints relax. What does this result in? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Waddling gait
  b. Joint instability
  c. Urinary frequency
  d. Back pain
  e. Aching in cervical spine

Question 2

The nurse assesses the progress from the announcement stage of fatherhood to the acceptance stage when the patient reports which actions by the father? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Goes fishing every afternoon
  b. Has revised his financial plan
  c. Spends leisure time with his friends
  d. Traded his sports car for a sedan
  e. Helped select a crib


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chevyboi1976

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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B
A waddling gait and joint instability are the only signs that relate to joint changes. The other discomforts are related to the enlarging uterus with its attendant weight.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B, D, E
Active planning for an infant is an indication of the acceptance stage. Concentration on a hobby and spending time away from home are indicators of nonacceptance.


jc611

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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
:D TYSM

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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