A nurse is teaching a client who is pregnant about nonstress testing. Which of the following statements by the client indicates an understanding of the teaching?
"During this test, I must not eat or drink anything."
"During this test, I will push a button if my baby moves."
"I will get oxytocin during this test."
"This test will tell me if my baby has a genetic problem."
The Correct Answer is B
A. "During this test, I must not eat or drink anything." – Incorrect. There are no dietary restrictions before a nonstress test (NST). In fact, eating may stimulate fetal movement.
B. "During this test, I will push a button if my baby moves." – Correct. The client is asked to press a button when fetal movement is felt to correlate with fetal heart rate accelerations.
C. "I will get oxytocin during this test." – Incorrect. Oxytocin is used in a contraction stress test (CST), not an NST.
D. "This test will tell me if my baby has a genetic problem." – Incorrect. The NST evaluates fetal well-being and oxygenation, not genetic conditions.
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Correct Answer is D
Explanation
A. Emptying an indwelling urinary catheter bag with clean gloves is appropriate and does not require intervention.
B. Performing a simple dressing change on a client’s foot is within the AP's scope of practice if the dressing is not complex or sterile.
C. Providing postmortem care is within the AP's role and does not require intervention unless specific contraindications exist.
D. Clostridium difficile (C. diff) spores are resistant to alcohol-based hand rubs. The AP must use soap and water for hand hygiene to effectively remove spores. This is an infection control breach that requires immediate intervention.
Correct Answer is C
Explanation
A. A nurse should explain surgical risks to a client. – Incorrect. The provider (physician or surgeon) is responsible for explaining surgical risks, benefits, and alternatives. The nurse only verifies that informed consent was obtained and clarifies questions.
B. A client who is unable to write cannot provide informed consent. – Incorrect. A client who cannot write may provide consent verbally or with an "X" if witnessed appropriately.
C. A client can refuse a procedure after signing an informed consent form. – Correct. Clients have the right to withdraw consent at any time before the procedure is performed.
D. A client who is blind needs a guardian to provide informed consent. – Incorrect. A blind client can provide informed consent as long as they understand the procedure. The consent form can be read aloud if needed.
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