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NurseDive Free Nursing Practice Question
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.
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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.
Similar Questions
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.
The nurse places an infant with a tracheoesophageal fistula under a radiant warmer with the infant's head elevated at a 45-degree angle. Which statement by the mother indicates an understanding of the most important reason for this position?
A. This position prevents stomach juice from going into the lungs
This position prevents stomach juice from going into the lungs. Elevating the head helps prevent reflux of stomach contents into the trachea and lungs, which can lead to aspiration pneumonia.
B. This position allows food to be easily digested by the stomach
This position allows food to be easily digested by the stomach. The position primarily focuses on respiratory protection, not digestion.
C. This position helps my baby breathe better by opening the lungs
This position helps my baby breathe better by opening the lungs. While elevation can aid breathing, it's primarily to prevent aspiration rather than improving respiratory function.
D. This position keeps pressure off the stomach
This position keeps pressure off the stomach. It's not primarily about relieving pressure but rather preventing aspiration.
Full Explanation
A. This position prevents stomach juice from going into the lungs. Elevating the head helps prevent reflux of stomach contents into the trachea and lungs, which can lead to aspiration pneumonia.
B. This position allows food to be easily digested by the stomach. The position primarily focuses on respiratory protection, not digestion.
C. This position helps my baby breathe better by opening the lungs. While elevation can aid breathing, it's primarily to prevent aspiration rather than improving respiratory function.
D. This position keeps pressure off the stomach. It's not primarily about relieving pressure but rather preventing aspiration.
Which statement made by a pregnant patient indicates teaching was effective related to an elevated alpha fetoprotein (AFP) level?
A. The elevated AFP means may baby may have Down Syndrome
The elevated AFP means my baby may have Down Syndrome. AFP is not typically elevated in Down Syndrome; other tests like nuchal translucency or cell-free DNA are used for that.
B. The elevated AFP means my baby may have spina bifida
The elevated AFP means my baby may have spina bifida. AFP screening is used to detect neural tube defects like spina bifida. An elevated AFP level suggests a higher risk for such conditions.
C. The elevated AFP means my baby has Down syndrome
The elevated AFP means my baby has Down syndrome. This is incorrect; AFP is not a marker for Down Syndrome.
D. The elevated APR means my baby has spina bifida
The elevated AFP means my baby has spina bifida. This is correct, but option B is a more precise statement of understanding.
Full Explanation
A. The elevated AFP means my baby may have Down Syndrome. AFP is not typically elevated in Down Syndrome; other tests like nuchal translucency or cell-free DNA are used for that.
B. The elevated AFP means my baby may have spina bifida. AFP screening is used to detect neural tube defects like spina bifida. An elevated AFP level suggests a higher risk for such conditions.
C. The elevated AFP means my baby has Down syndrome. This is incorrect; AFP is not a marker for Down Syndrome.
D. The elevated AFP means my baby has spina bifida. This is correct, but option B is a more precise statement of understanding.