The physician orders scalp stimulation of the fetal head for a primigr

RN NCLEX Maternal Neonatal Nursing

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Question 1 of 5.

The physician orders scalp stimulation of the fetal head for a primigravid client in active labor. When explaining to the client about this procedure, which of the following would the nurse include as the purpose?

A. Assessment of the fetal hematocrit level.

B. Increase in the strength of the contractions.

C. Increase in the fetal heart rate and variability.

D. Assessment of fetal position.

Explanation: Scalp stimulation is used to assess fetal well-being by eliciting a heart rate acceleration, indicating good oxygenation and variability. It does not assess hematocrit, strengthen contractions, or determine position.

Question 2 of 5.

After the nurse instructs a 20-year-old nulligravid client on how to perform a breast self-examination, which of the following client statements indicates that the teaching has been successful?

A. I should perform breast self-examination on the day my menstrual flow begins.

B. It's important that I perform breast self-examination on the same day each month.

C. If I notice that one of my breasts is much smaller than the other, I shouldn't worry.

D. If there is discharge from my nipples, I should call my health care provider.

Explanation: Breast self-examination should be performed about a week after the menstrual period begins, when breasts are least tender. Noticing nipple discharge is a concerning symptom that warrants contacting a healthcare provider, indicating successful teaching.

Question 3 of 5.

The nurse is teaching a group of women about fertility awareness methods of contraception. Which of the following would the nurse include as the most reliable indicator that ovulation has occurred?

A. A slight drop followed by a rise in basal body temperature.

B. A change in cervical mucus to thin, clear, and stretchy.

C. The onset of mittelschmerz, or midcycle pelvic pain.

D. The presence of a thick, cloudy cervical mucus.

Explanation: A slight drop followed by a rise in basal body temperature is the most reliable indicator of ovulation, as it reflects the hormonal shift post-ovulation. Cervical mucus changes and mittelschmerz are less precise, and thick mucus typically occurs post-ovulation.

Question 4 of 5.

A client asks about the side effects of oral contraceptives. Which of the following would the nurse include in the response?

A. Weight loss is a common side effect.

B. Nausea and breast tenderness may occur initially.

C. Hair loss is frequently reported.

D. Oral contraceptives decrease the risk of breast cancer.

Explanation: Nausea and breast tenderness are common initial side effects of oral contraceptives, which often subside. Weight gain, not loss, may occur, hair loss is not typical, and oral contraceptives do not significantly reduce breast cancer risk.

Question 5 of 5.

A nurse is discussing sterilization options with a male client. Which of the following statements by the client indicates a need for further teaching?

A. A vasectomy involves cutting the vas deferens to prevent sperm release.

B. I will need to use another contraceptive method until my sperm count is zero.

C. A vasectomy will decrease my testosterone levels.

D. A vasectomy is considered a permanent form of contraception.

Explanation: A vasectomy does not decrease testosterone levels, as the testes continue to produce hormones. The other statements are correct, indicating a need for further teaching about hormonal effects.

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