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A new mother insists that her baby must be cold because its hands and feet are blue. What should the nurse explain to the mother about the infant's blue coloring?
 
  a. It is called acrocyanosis and will improve as the baby's circulation improves.
  b. It is cyanosis and will require administration of oxygen until it resolves.
  c. It is due to patent ductus arteriosus, which is normal for several hours after birth.
  d. It is indeed due to being cold, and the baby should be returned to the warmer.

Question 2

A client who has diverticulitis should be instructed to follow which of these prescribed diets when the acute episode is resolved?
 
  a. bland, low residue c. high fiber
  b. clear liquids d. high protein


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Reply #1 on: Jul 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Acrocyanosis is blue coloring of the hand and feet and is generally present for several hours until cardiovascular changes have stabilized and fully oxygenated blood has reached the hands and feet.

Answer to Question 2

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Nursing care of the client who has diverticulosis focuses on preventing diverticulitis; client education includes following a high-fiber diet or taking fiber supplements and stool softeners as prescribed.


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