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Question 1 of 5

A nurse has provided education to a client who has been prescribed oral contraception. Which of the following client statements indicates a need for further education?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct course of action after missing oral contraceptive pills depends on how many pills are missed. If three pills are missed, the client should not 'double up' but rather follow the manufacturer's instructions and use an alternative form of contraception until the next cycle. Taking too many pills at once increases the risk of side effects without restoring contraceptive protection.

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is providing teaching to a client who is at 34 weeks of gestation and is scheduled for a nonstress test. Which of the following statements should the nurse plan to make?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The nurse should inform the client that the nonstress test typically takes about 30 minutes and is used to assess fetal well-being by monitoring fetal heart rate in response to movements.

Question 3 of 5

A nurse is caring for a client who is pregnant for the fourth time. The client delivered two full-term newborns and had one spontaneous abortion at 10 weeks of gestation. The nurse should document the client's obstetrical history as which of the following?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Gravida refers to the total number of pregnancies (4), and Para refers to the number of viable births (2 full-term + 0 preterm = 2). The correct documentation is Gravida 4, Para 2.

Question 4 of 5

A client has been prescribed raloxiphine. As the nurse, you know that raloxiphine is used to treat:

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Raloxiphine (Evista) is a selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM) used primarily to prevent and treat osteoporosis in postmenopausal women. It helps to maintain bone density and reduce the risk of fractures by mimicking the effects of estrogen on bone tissue. It is not indicated for the treatment of migraines, hypertension, or heart disease.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is assessing a pregnant client at 32 weeks gestation and notes that the client has gained 5 pounds in one week. Which of the following conditions should the nurse suspect?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Rapid weight gain, especially in the third trimester, can be a sign of preeclampsia, a condition characterized by hypertension, edema, and proteinuria. This requires immediate medical attention.

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