The Nurse Is Teaching Prenatal Clients About Avoiding Substances or Conditions

question 25

Multiple Choice

The nurse is teaching prenatal clients about avoiding substances or conditions that can harm the fetus. Which should the nurse include in the teaching session? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Elimination of use of alcohol
• B) Avoidance of supplemental folic acid replacement
• C) Stabilization of blood glucose levels in a diabetic client with insulin
• D) Avoidance of nonurgent radiologic procedures during the pregnancy
• E) Avoidance of maternal hyperthermia to temperatures of 37.8° C (100° F) or higher

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Definitions:

Sexual Dysfunctions

A variety of disorders classified by difficulties experienced during any stage of a normal sexual activity, including desire, arousal, or orgasm.

Sexual Pain Disorder

A condition characterized by significant pain during intercourse that is not caused exclusively by lack of lubrication or by other medical conditions.

Sexual Desire Disorder

A condition marked by a lack or absence of sexual desires or fantasies, which can significantly affect relationships and emotional health.

Estrogen

A hormone (the so-called female sex hormone) that promotes the development and maintenance of female physical characteristics and that is involved in sexual activity and desire,