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NCLEX Maternal Newborn

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Question 1 of 5.

The nurse notes that a child who has had a serious heart condition since birth does not do the expected activities for that age. The child's mother says, 'I worry constantly about my child. I don't let the older children or the neighborhood kids play with my child very much. I try to make things as easy for my child as I can.' What is the best interpretation of these data?

A. The child is physically incapable due to his cardiac defect.

B. The child's mother is overprotective and allows the child few challenges to develop skills.

C. The child is probably mentally retarded from the effects of continual hypoxia.

D. The child has regressed due to the effects of hospitalization.

Explanation: The mother's overprotectiveness likely limits the child's opportunities for age-appropriate activities, hindering development.

Question 2 of 5.

The nurse is caring for a woman who had a hysterectomy. Which vascular complication should the nurse be especially alert for because of the location of the surgery?

A. Thrombophlebitis

B. Varicose veins

C. Cerebral embolism

D. Aortic aneurysm

Explanation: Pelvic surgery, like a hysterectomy, increases the risk of thrombophlebitis due to venous stasis and surgical trauma.

Question 3 of 5.

A woman is to have internal radiation as part of her treatment for cancer of the cervix. In teaching her about the preoperative preparation for this procedure, the nurse should include which information?

A. A high-residue diet will be ordered.

B. An indwelling catheter will be inserted.

C. A nasogastric tube will be inserted.

D. Several units of blood will be ready for transfusion if needed.

Explanation: An indwelling catheter is inserted to keep the bladder empty, reducing radiation exposure to nearby organs.

Question 4 of 5.

A young woman asks the nurse if oral contraceptives have any side effects. What is the best response for the nurse to make?

A. Nausea, fluid retention, and weight gain.'

B. Why do you ask? Look at the benefits.'

C. Are you concerned about something?'

D. Increased libido, decreased breast size, and diarrhea.'

Explanation: Nausea, fluid retention, and weight gain are common side effects of oral contraceptives, providing accurate information.

Question 5 of 5.

The nurse is discussing breast self-examination with a group of women in a clinic. One woman asks, 'When should I do this examination?' What is the best response for the nurse?

A. You should perform breast self-examination early in the morning for most accurate results.'

B. Breast self-examination should be done a few days after your period begins every month.'

C. Breast self-examination should be done by women after the age of 40 on the first of every month.'

D. Breast self-examination is best done just before you expect your menstrual period.'

Explanation: Performing breast self-examination a few days after menstruation, when breasts are less tender, ensures accuracy.