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The nurse knows which congenital cardiac defect is characterized by a mixing of well-oxygenated blood with poorly oxygenated blood.
A. Hypoplastic heart syndrome
Hypoplastic heart syndrome: Characterized by underdevelopment of the left side of the heart, not mixing of blood.
B. Atrioventricular canal defect
Atrioventricular canal defect: An atrioventricular canal defect allows oxygenated and deoxygenated blood to mix due to the presence of a common atrioventricular valve and defects in the atrial and ventricular septa. This defect results in a mixture of oxygenated and deoxygenated blood, which can cause varying levels of oxygenation in the blood delivered to the body.
C. Tetralogy of Fallot
Tetralogy of Fallot: Involves a ventricular septal defect leading to right-to-left shunting, but not a direct mixing of oxygenated and deoxygenated blood.
D. Coarctation of the aorta
Coarctation of the aorta: Involves narrowing of the aorta, not mixing of oxygenated and deoxygenated blood.
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Full Explanation
A. Hypoplastic heart syndrome: Characterized by underdevelopment of the left side of the heart, not mixing of blood.
B. Atrioventricular canal defect: An atrioventricular canal defect allows oxygenated and deoxygenated blood to mix due to the presence of a common atrioventricular valve and defects in the atrial and ventricular septa. This defect results in a mixture of oxygenated and deoxygenated blood, which can cause varying levels of oxygenation in the blood delivered to the body.
C. Tetralogy of Fallot: Involves a ventricular septal defect leading to right-to-left shunting, but not a direct mixing of oxygenated and deoxygenated blood.
D. Coarctation of the aorta: Involves narrowing of the aorta, not mixing of oxygenated and deoxygenated blood.
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The nurse is caring for an infant following the surgical repair of an atrial septal defect. Which nursing interventions are appropriate for this infant? (Select All that Apply.)
A. Maintain a thermoneutral environment
Maintain a thermoneutral environment: Helps prevent temperature fluctuations that can stress the heart post-surgery.
B. Accurately measure all intake and output
Accurately measure all intake and output: Ensures fluid balance is carefully monitored to prevent fluid overload or dehydration.
C. Provide for several periods of uninterrupted rest
Provide for several periods of uninterrupted rest: Reduces metabolic demand, aiding in recovery and healing.
D. Incentive spirometer 10 times every hour
Incentive spirometer 10 times every hour: Inappropriate for infants following cardiac surgery, as they are unable to effectively use an incentive spirometer.
E. Encourage periods of bonding
Encourage periods of bonding: Supports emotional well-being and aids in the infant's overall recovery and development.
Full Explanation
A. Maintain a thermoneutral environment: Helps prevent temperature fluctuations that can stress the heart post-surgery.
B. Accurately measure all intake and output: Ensures fluid balance is carefully monitored to prevent fluid overload or dehydration.
C. Provide for several periods of uninterrupted rest: Reduces metabolic demand, aiding in recovery and healing.
D. Incentive spirometer 10 times every hour: Inappropriate for infants following cardiac surgery, as they are unable to effectively use an incentive spirometer.
E. Encourage periods of bonding: Supports emotional well-being and aids in the infant's overall recovery and development.
Which three (3) assessment findings indicate that the breastfeeding client has achieved a proper latch?
A. Rhythmic suckling
Rhythmic suckling. Indicates the infant is effectively extracting milk.
B. A slurping sound as the infant sucks
A slurping sound as the infant sucks. This suggests poor latch and possible ingestion of air.
C. Tongue down with lips flanged
Tongue down with lips flanged. Shows that the infant's tongue is extended over the lower gum and lips are flared outward, creating a seal.
D. Dimpling of the infant's cheeks while sucking
Dimpling of the infant's cheeks while sucking. Indicates improper latch and poor seal around the breast.
E. Audible swallowing
Audible swallowing. Indicates milk transfer is occurring as the infant swallows.
Full Explanation
A. Rhythmic suckling. Indicates the infant is effectively extracting milk.
B. A slurping sound as the infant sucks. This suggests poor latch and possible ingestion of air.
C. Tongue down with lips flanged. Shows that the infant's tongue is extended over the lower gum and lips are flared outward, creating a seal.
D. Dimpling of the infant's cheeks while sucking. Indicates improper latch and poor seal around the breast.
E. Audible swallowing. Indicates milk transfer is occurring as the infant swallows.
When teaching a menopausal woman who chooses not to use hormone therapy what self-care measure is most important to include?
A. Limit alcohol and caffeine intake
Limit alcohol and caffeine intake. This is important for bone health and overall well-being during menopause, especially since alcohol and caffeine can affect bone density.
B. Decreasing the intake of dairy products
Decreasing the intake of dairy products. While calcium intake is important, decreasing dairy intake is not a recommended strategy during menopause unless there are specific dietary restrictions or intolerances.
C. Performing regular weight-bearing exercises
Performing regular weight-bearing exercises. This is important for maintaining bone density but may not be the most important measure compared to limiting alcohol and caffeine intake.
D. Taking vitamin E and B complex vitamin supplements
Taking vitamin E and B complex vitamin supplements. While vitamins are important, they are not as critical as lifestyle measures like limiting alcohol and caffeine.
Full Explanation
A. Limit alcohol and caffeine intake. This is important for bone health and overall well-being during menopause, especially since alcohol and caffeine can affect bone density.
B. Decreasing the intake of dairy products. While calcium intake is important, decreasing dairy intake is not a recommended strategy during menopause unless there are specific dietary restrictions or intolerances.
C. Performing regular weight-bearing exercises. This is important for maintaining bone density but may not be the most important measure compared to limiting alcohol and caffeine intake.
D. Taking vitamin E and B complex vitamin supplements. While vitamins are important, they are not as critical as lifestyle measures like limiting alcohol and caffeine.