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Drugs Affecting the Female Reproductive System Quizlet Exam Questions
Question 1 of 5
The patient has been receiving magnesium sulfate intravenously for 24
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Contact the health care provider. When a patient receiving magnesium sulfate intravenously shows signs of hypermagnesemia such as 2+ patellar reflexes and negative ankle clonus, it indicates a potential magnesium toxicity. Contacting the healthcare provider is crucial as they can assess the situation, recommend appropriate interventions, adjust the magnesium sulfate dosage, or provide further instructions. Obtaining a stat magnesium sulfate level (choice B) may confirm the high magnesium levels but does not provide immediate guidance on managing the patient. Discontinuing magnesium sulfate (choice C) without consulting the healthcare provider can lead to abrupt changes in the patient's condition. Choice A does not address the issue of potential magnesium toxicity and is not the most appropriate action in this scenario.
Question 2 of 5
A 33-year-old patient in active labor is experiencing back labor†with intense pain in her lower back. Which nursing intervention would be most effective?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Counterpressure against the sacrum. This helps relieve back labor pain by applying pressure to the sacrum area, providing counter stimulation to lessen the intensity of pain. This intervention targets the specific area of discomfort and can be effective in providing relief during labor. Pant-blow breathing techniques (B) and conscious relaxation/guided imagery (D) are general pain management strategies that may not directly address the back labor pain. Encouragement (C) is supportive but may not effectively alleviate the intense pain experienced during back labor.
Question 3 of 5
is admitted to labor and delivery at 39.6 weeks' gestation in active labor. The health care provider performs an amniotomy. Which nursing intervention would be a priority?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Checking fetal heart rate. This is the priority nursing intervention after an amniotomy because it helps in assessing the well-being of the fetus and detecting any signs of distress. Monitoring uterine contractions (choice A) is important but secondary to ensuring fetal well-being. Assessing cervical dilation and effacement (choice C) is also important but not as immediate as ensuring fetal heart rate. Checking for umbilical cord compression (choice D) is crucial but typically presents with specific signs and symptoms, which can be assessed after ensuring fetal heart rate.
Question 4 of 5
The nurse is preparing to administer an ophthalmic drug to a newborn. Education for the parents includes which fact about the drug?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Step-by-step rationale for why answer D is correct: 1. The drug is given to prevent congenital ophthalmic diseases, emphasizing its importance. 2. Providing education to parents about the preventive nature of the drug helps them understand its purpose. 3. Administering the drug is crucial for the newborn's eye health, as congenital ophthalmic diseases can have serious consequences. Summary: A: Incorrect - Not all infants born preterm necessarily receive ophthalmic drugs. B: Incorrect - Eye ointments are typically administered in the lower conjunctival sac, not the bottom of the eye. C: Incorrect - Incomplete statement, lacking information about the drug's purpose. D: Correct - Emphasizes the preventive nature of the drug and its importance in preventing congenital ophthalmic diseases.
Question 5 of 5
A 54-year-old menopausal patient comes into the gynecology ofÃce and is interested in hormone therapy. Which are indications for prescribing hormone therapy? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Correct Answer: A Rationale: 1. Hormone therapy (HT) is indicated for relieving menopausal symptoms like hot flashes. 2. HT is not indicated for preventing breast cancer, as it may actually increase the risk. 3. Studies show that HT does not prevent cardiovascular disease and may even increase the risk. 4. HT can help prevent osteoporosis in at-risk patients, but it is not the primary indication for prescribing HT in menopausal women.