Exam Notes: MCHN - Antepartum Period PART 2
ANTEPARTUM 51. A pregnant client asks the nurse whether she can take castor oil for her constipation. How should the nurse respond? A. "Yes, it produces no adverse effects." B. "No, it can initiate premature uterine contractions." C. "No, it can promote sodium retention." D. "No, it can lead to increased absorption of fat-soluble vitamins." Rationale: Castor oil can initiate premature uterine contractions in pregnant women. It also can produce other adverse effects, but it doesn't promote sodium retention. Castor oil isn't known to increase absorption of fat-soluble vitamins, although laxatives can decrease absorption if intestinal motility is increased. 52. Infertility in a 25-year-old couple is defined as which of the following? A. The couple's inability to conceive after 6 months of unprotected attempts B. The co...