After the fetal activity test (nonstress test) is completed, the RN is looking at the test results on the monitor strip. The RN observes that the fetal heart accelerated 5 beats/min with each fetal movement. The accelerations lasted 15 seconds and occurred 3 times during the 20- minute test. The RN knows that these test results will be interpreted as:

• A.A reactive test
• B.A nonreactive test
• C.An unsatisfactory test
• D.A negative test

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The nurse provides a male client with diet teaching so that he can help prevent constipation in the future. Which food choices indicate that this teaching has been understood?

• A.Omelette and hash browns
• B.Pancakes and syrup
• C.Bagel with cream cheese
• D.Cooked oatmeal and grapefruit half

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A client has returned to the unit following a left femoral popliteal bypass graft. Six hours later, his dorsalis pedis pulse cannot be palpated, and his foot is cool and dusky. The nurse should:

• A.Continue to monitor the foot
• B.Notify the physician immediately
• C.Reposition and reassess the foot
• D.Assure the client that his foot is fine

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A female client is admitted to the emergency department complaining of severe right-sided abdominal pain and vaginal spotting. She states that her last menstrual period was about 2 months ago. A positive pregnancy test result and ultrasonography confirm an ectopic pregnancy. The nurse could best explain to the client that her condition is caused by:

• A.Abnormal development of the embryo
• B.A distended or ruptured fallopian tube
• C.A congenital abnormality of the tube
• D.A malfunctioning of the placenta

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A pregnant client experiences a precipitous delivery. The nursing action during a precipitous delivery is to:

• A.Control the delivery by guiding expulsion of fetus
• B.Leave the room to call the physician
• C.Push against the perineum to stop delivery
• D.Cross client's legs tightly

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