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Question 1 of 5

A breast-feeding primiparous client asks the nurse how breast milk differs from cow's milk. The nurse responds by saying that breast milk is higher in which of the following?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Breast milk has higher fat content, which is essential for neonatal growth and brain development.

Question 2 of 5

A client asks about the effectiveness of the contraceptive patch. Which of the following responses by the nurse is accurate?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The contraceptive patch is highly effective when used correctly, with a failure rate similar to oral contraceptives (about 1% with perfect use). It is not 100% effective, requires a prescription, and is not less effective than pills.

Question 3 of 5

Twelve hours after a vaginal delivery with epidural anesthesia, the nurse palpates the fundus of a primiparous client and finds it to be firm, above the umbilicus, and deviated to the right. Which of the following would the nurse do next?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: A deviated, elevated fundus suggests bladder distention, which can be relieved by voiding.

Question 4 of 5

After the delivery of a neonate, a quick assessment is completed. The neonate is found to be apneic. After quickly drying the neonate, what should the nurse do next?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Placing the head in a 'sniff' position opens the airway, which is critical for an apneic neonate before further interventions.

Question 5 of 5

A nurse is counseling a client about the contraceptive sponge. Which of the following client statements indicates a need for further teaching?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The contraceptive sponge is a single-use device and cannot be reused, even if cleaned, indicating a need for further teaching. The other statements are correct.

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