A nurse is assessing a newborn for manifestations of a large patent ductus arteriosus. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

Rationale:

A. Weak pulses are not typically associated with a large patent ductus arteriosus. Instead, bounding pulses may be observed due to increased blood flow to the lower extremities.

B. Chronic hypoxemia may occur in some cases of patent ductus arteriosus, but it is not a specific manifestation typically associated with this condition.

C. Systolic murmur is a common finding in newborns with a large patent ductus arteriosus. This murmur is often continuous with the second heart sound and may be heard best at the left upper sternal border.

D. Cyanosis with crying is not typically associated with patent ductus arteriosus. Cyanosis may occur in other cardiac defects but is not a specific finding for patent ductus arteriosus.

Rationale:

A. Decreased blood pressure: Menopause can be associated with fluctuations in blood pressure, but it is not typically characterized by decreased blood pressure.

B. Urinary retention: Urinary symptoms such as urgency, frequency, or stress incontinence may occur during menopause, but urinary retention is not a typical manifestation.

C. Dryness with intercourse: Vaginal dryness is a common symptom of menopause due to decreased estrogen levels, leading to changes in vaginal tissue and lubrication, which can cause discomfort during intercourse.

D. Elevation in body temperature above 37.8°C (100°F): Hot flashes are a hallmark symptom of menopause and are characterized by sudden feelings of heat, sweating, and flushing, but they do not typically cause a sustained elevation in body temperature.