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Question 1 of 5

A male neonate born at 36 weeks' gestation is admitted to the neonatal intensive care nursery with a diagnosis of probable fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS). The mother visits the nursery soon after the neonate is admitted. Which of the following instructions should the nurse expect to include when developing the teaching plan for the mother about FAS?

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Symptoms of withdrawal in FAS include tremors, sleeplessness, and seizures due to neurological effects of alcohol exposure.

Question 2 of 5

The nurse is making clinical rounds on a group of clients in a newborn nursery. Which infant is at greatest risk of developing respiratory distress syndrome (RDS)?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: A neonate experiencing apneic episodes is at greatest risk for RDS due to compromised respiratory function.

Question 3 of 5

Assessment of a 16-year-old nulligravid client who visits the clinic and asks for information on contraceptives reveals a menstrual cycle of 28 days. The nurse formulates a nursing diagnosis of Deficient knowledge related to ovulation and fertility management. Which of the following would be important to include in the teaching plan for the client?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Ovulation typically occurs around day 14 (plus or minus 2 days) before the next menstrual cycle in a 28-day cycle, which is critical for understanding fertility windows. The ovum survives for about 12-24 hours, not 96 hours, and basal body temperature rises after ovulation.

Question 4 of 5

A client asks about the risks of long-term oral contraceptive use. Which of the following would the nurse include?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Long-term use of oral contraceptives may increase the risk of blood clots, especially in at-risk populations. It may reduce ovarian cancer risk, does not cause permanent weight loss, and does not guarantee regular cycles.

Question 5 of 5

An adolescent primiparous client 24 hours postpartum asks the nurse how often she should hold her neonate. Which of the following responses would be most appropriate?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Holding the neonate as much as desired promotes bonding and emotional security without risk of overstimulation.

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