The Nurse Is Teaching a Client Who Recently Learned That

question 17

Multiple Choice

The nurse is teaching a client who recently learned that she is pregnant. Which hormone should the nurse instruct as being secreted by the fertilized egg?

• A) Estrogen
• B) Progesterone
• C) Luteinizing hormone
• D) Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG)

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Definitions:

Incongruities

Instances or situations that markedly differ from what is standard, expected, or harmonious, leading to a lack of conformity.

Nonverbal Behavior

Communication without the use of spoken language, encompassing facial expressions, body language, gestures, and other physical cues.

Therapeutic Worker

A professional who engages in activities or occupations aimed at improving an individual's mental health or well-being.

Pacing

The speed or tempo at which an activity, process, or story unfolds, often critical in maintaining interest, managing stress, or ensuring effectiveness.