Shadow Health - Maternal Health Post-
Test
The nurse is preparing a diet plan for a pregnant client with preeclampsia. Which would
the nurse include in the client's diet? Select all that apply.
Food with a low sodium content
Food with a high zinc content
Six to eight glasses of water per day
Food with a low fiber content
Four to five cups of coffee per day
Correct answer- Food with a low sodium content
Food with a high zinc content
Six to eight glasses of water per day
Which is a subjective symptom of pregnancy?
Urinary frequency
Breast enlargement
Abdominal enlargement
Vaginal changes
Correct answer- Urinary frequency
The nurse caring for a 37-week-gestation client with gestational hypertension
determines that the client has very elevated blood pressure. Which is the best
intervention to prevent complications in the client?
Instruct the client to come in early next week to be seen
Provide the client with a nutritious dietary plan
Prepare the client for induction of labor
Instruct the client to stay in bed
Correct answer- Prepare the client for induction of labor
Which nursing interventions are performed when conducting a pregnant woman's health
history? Select all that apply.
Concentrate on asking about specific concerns rather than general concerns
Assure the client of strict confidentiality of her case history
Repeat words or phrases the client has used, and ask her for clarification
, Ask the client direct questions to elicit specific details
Remain objective and avoid empathetic responses
Correct answer- Assure the client of strict confidentiality of her case history
Repeat words or phrases the client has used, and ask her for clarification
Ask the client direct questions to elicit specific details
Which client information would the nurse include in the "S" section of the SBAR format
when discussing postpartum hemorrhage?
May require intravenous (IV) fluid administration
Fundus feels boggy, and is not firm
Bleeding profusely and has cramps
Uneventful previous pregnancies
Correct answer- Bleeding profusely and has cramps
Which intervention would the nurse perform to provide a relaxed environment for a
laboring client?
Stand at the bedside
Encourage rapid breathing
Demonstrate excitement for the client
Control sensory stimuli
Correct answer- Control sensory stimuli
Which interventions would the nurse include in the plan of care for a pregnant client with
mild preeclampsia? Select all that apply.
Ensure prolonged bed rest
Suggest activities to refocus attention
Encourage intake of adequate fluids
Restrict sodium and zinc intake
Refer the client to an internet based support group
Correct answer- Suggest activities to refocus attention
Encourage intake of adequate fluids
Refer the client to an internet based support group
Which subjective signs and symptoms preceding labor would the nurse assess with a
client who is 38 weeks pregnant? Select all that apply.
Weight loss
Pain in the groin
Persistent low backache
Test
The nurse is preparing a diet plan for a pregnant client with preeclampsia. Which would
the nurse include in the client's diet? Select all that apply.
Food with a low sodium content
Food with a high zinc content
Six to eight glasses of water per day
Food with a low fiber content
Four to five cups of coffee per day
Correct answer- Food with a low sodium content
Food with a high zinc content
Six to eight glasses of water per day
Which is a subjective symptom of pregnancy?
Urinary frequency
Breast enlargement
Abdominal enlargement
Vaginal changes
Correct answer- Urinary frequency
The nurse caring for a 37-week-gestation client with gestational hypertension
determines that the client has very elevated blood pressure. Which is the best
intervention to prevent complications in the client?
Instruct the client to come in early next week to be seen
Provide the client with a nutritious dietary plan
Prepare the client for induction of labor
Instruct the client to stay in bed
Correct answer- Prepare the client for induction of labor
Which nursing interventions are performed when conducting a pregnant woman's health
history? Select all that apply.
Concentrate on asking about specific concerns rather than general concerns
Assure the client of strict confidentiality of her case history
Repeat words or phrases the client has used, and ask her for clarification
, Ask the client direct questions to elicit specific details
Remain objective and avoid empathetic responses
Correct answer- Assure the client of strict confidentiality of her case history
Repeat words or phrases the client has used, and ask her for clarification
Ask the client direct questions to elicit specific details
Which client information would the nurse include in the "S" section of the SBAR format
when discussing postpartum hemorrhage?
May require intravenous (IV) fluid administration
Fundus feels boggy, and is not firm
Bleeding profusely and has cramps
Uneventful previous pregnancies
Correct answer- Bleeding profusely and has cramps
Which intervention would the nurse perform to provide a relaxed environment for a
laboring client?
Stand at the bedside
Encourage rapid breathing
Demonstrate excitement for the client
Control sensory stimuli
Correct answer- Control sensory stimuli
Which interventions would the nurse include in the plan of care for a pregnant client with
mild preeclampsia? Select all that apply.
Ensure prolonged bed rest
Suggest activities to refocus attention
Encourage intake of adequate fluids
Restrict sodium and zinc intake
Refer the client to an internet based support group
Correct answer- Suggest activities to refocus attention
Encourage intake of adequate fluids
Refer the client to an internet based support group
Which subjective signs and symptoms preceding labor would the nurse assess with a
client who is 38 weeks pregnant? Select all that apply.
Weight loss
Pain in the groin
Persistent low backache
