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nautica902

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on: Jul 24, 2018
A client scheduled for a late second trimester abortion is told of the possibility of delivering a live fetus. The client states she was unaware of this possibility and is no longer sure she wants an abortion. The best response by the nurse is:
 
  a. Don't worry, we won't show you the fetus.
  b. If you wait any longer, the possibility of a live fetus increases.
  c. Would you like some time to think this over or discuss it with someone.
  d. It's really not that common, so chances are it won't happen to you.

Question 2

Which of the following explains why the action of oxytocin increases during the last nine weeks of pregnancy?
 
  a. The mechanism of action is dependent on the presence of estrogen.
  b. The mechanism of action is dependent on the presence of progestin.
  c. The mechanism of action is dependent on the size of the fetus.
  d. The mechanism of action is dependent on the size of the uterus.


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Smiles0805

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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is not an appropriate nursing response to this client's concern.
B Incorrect: This is not an appropriate nursing response to this client's concern.
C Correct: This is responsive to this client's concern and the best response by the nurse.
D Incorrect: This is not an appropriate nursing response to this client's concern.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A

Feedback
A Correct: During the last trimester as estrogen levels rise, the uterine smooth muscle becomes more responsive to oxytocin.
B Incorrect: The relationship appears to be between estrogen and oxytocin.
C Incorrect: The relationship appears to be between estrogen and oxytocin.
D Incorrect: The relationship appears to be between estrogen and oxytocin.


nautica902

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Excellent

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