The role of the practical nurse during labor includes all EXCEPT (Select All that Apply.)

Monitor FHR and contraction pattern

Monitor maternal vital signs

Perform vaginal exams

Provide maternal comfort measures

Monitor maternal coping

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : A,B,D,E

A. Monitor FHR and contraction pattern – Correct; LPNs can monitor fetal heart rate (FHR) and contractions.

B. Monitor maternal vital signs – Correct; LPNs are responsible for monitoring the mother's BP, pulse, and other vitals.

C. Perform vaginal exams – Incorrect; LPNs do NOT perform cervical checks—this is the role of RNs or providers.

D. Provide maternal comfort measures – Correct; LPNs assist with positioning, massage, and breathing techniques for comfort.

E. Monitor maternal coping – Correct; LPNs can assess maternal coping mechanisms and provide support.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. "It really doesn't matter exactly how much weight you gain, as long as your diet is healthy." – Incorrect; weight gain recommendations exist to reduce pregnancy complications.
B. "The recommendation for you is about 15 to 25 pounds." – Correct; a BMI of 26.5 falls into the overweight category, where the recommended weight gain is 15-25 lbs.
C. "You should gain 11 to 20 pounds." – Incorrect; this range applies to obese clients (BMI ≥30).
D. "A gain of about 25 to 35 pounds is best for you and for your baby." – Incorrect; this range applies to normal-weight clients (BMI 18.5-24.9).

A. Polyphagia B. Polydipsia C. Pica D. Polyuria

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Polyphagia – Incorrect; this refers to excessive hunger, not the consumption of nonfood items.
B. Polydipsia – Incorrect; this refers to excessive thirst, often linked to conditions like diabetes.
C. Pica – Correct; pica is the craving and consumption of non-nutritive substances (e.g., clay, ice, starch), which can lead to nutritional deficiencies.
D. Polyuria – Incorrect; this refers to excessive urination, not abnormal food cravings.

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A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a client who is pregnant and has a body mass index (BMI) of 26.5. She asks the nurse how much weight she should gain over the course of her pregnancy. Which of the following statements is an appropriate response by the nurse?

Correct Answer is B

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The ingestion of nonfood substances during pregnancy that can lead to iron deficiency anemia and other nutritional deficiencies and requires follow-up is known as?

Correct Answer is C

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