A nurse is talking with a client who is at 21 weeks of gestation and is scheduled for an international flight. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)
Avoid sitting for long periods of time during the flight to prevent swelling and discomfort.
Wear compression stockings during the flight to prevent blood clots.
Avoid using seat belts during the flight to prevent pressure on the abdomen.
Take frequent walks and do leg exercises during the flight to promote circulation.
Avoid using electronic devices during the flight to reduce radiation exposure. Take a high dose of vitamin C before the flight to boost the immune system.
Correct Answer : A,B,D
A. Avoid sitting for long periods of time during the flight to prevent swelling and discomfort. – Correct; prolonged sitting can increase the risk of swelling and deep vein thrombosis (DVT).
B. Wear compression stockings during the flight to prevent blood clots. – Correct; compression stockings help improve circulation and reduce the risk of DVT.
C. Avoid using seat belts during the flight to prevent pressure on the abdomen. – Incorrect; seat belts should be worn low, across the hips, for safety.
D. Take frequent walks and do leg exercises during the flight to promote circulation. – Correct; movement reduces the risk of blood clots and swelling.
E. Avoid using electronic devices during the flight to reduce radiation exposure. Take a high dose of vitamin C before the flight to boost the immune system. – Incorrect; radiation exposure from electronic devices is negligible, and there is no evidence that high doses of vitamin C prevent illness during flights.
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Correct Answer is C
Explanation
A. Picture book about hospitals – Incorrect; a picture book may help older children but is not as effective for a 2-year-old experiencing separation anxiety.
B. Toy hammer and pounding board – These toys can be good for physical activity, but they might not be calming during a stressful tantrum.
C. Stuffed animal – Correct; comfort objects help reduce anxiety and provide security in an unfamiliar environment.
D. Set of building blocks – Incorrect; blocks help with fine motor development but do not directly address stress relief as well as other options.
Correct Answer is B
Explanation
A. Passageway – Incorrect; the provider states she has a roomy pelvis, meaning the passageway is adequate.
B. Powers – Correct; contractions are infrequent (every 10 minutes), short (30-40 sec), and mild, which may not be strong enough to promote cervical dilation and descent of the fetus.
C. Psyche – Incorrect; the patient is calm and relaxed, which supports labor progression.
D. Passenger – Incorrect; the baby is in an optimal (ROA) position and at +1 station, indicating normal progression.
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