The healthcare provider gives a pregnant woman a prescription for one prenatal vitamin with iron daily and tells her to increase iron-rich foods in her diet because her hemoglobin is 8.2 g/dL or (5.09 mmol/L).

When a list of iron-rich foods is given to the client, she tells the practical nurse (PN) that she is vegetarian and does not eat anything that "bleeds." Which instruction should the PN provide? (Select all that apply.)

Choice A rationale:

"Phobias are characterized by persistent and irrational fear" (Choice A) is an accurate statement. Phobias are defined by the presence of an intense and irrational fear of a specific object or situation. This fear is persistent and often leads to avoidance behaviors, which can significantly impact the individual's daily life.

Choice B rationale:

"Phobias can be caused by biological factors only" (Choice B) is an inaccurate statement. Phobias can have various causes, including both biological and psychological factors. While there may be genetic predispositions to certain phobias, psychological factors, such as traumatic experiences or learned behaviors, can also contribute to the development of phobias.

Choice C rationale:

"Phobias can be diagnosed based on physical symptoms" (Choice C) is an inaccurate statement. Phobias are typically diagnosed based on the individual's reported symptoms, such as intense fear and avoidance behaviors. There are no specific physical symptoms that directly indicate the presence of a phobia.

Choice D rationale:

"Phobias can be managed with medication alone" (Choice D) is an inaccurate statement. Medication alone is not considered the primary treatment for phobias. While medications like selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) or benzodiazepines may be prescribed to alleviate anxiety symptoms, the most effective treatment for phobias is psychotherapy, particularly exposure therapy or cognitive-behavioral therapy. These therapies address the root causes of the phobia and help individuals learn to manage their fear.

Choice A reason:Asking the mother if any visitors were expected to arrive is important for gathering information but does not directly address the immediate concern of the potentially missing newborn. It should not be the first action.

Choice B reason:Matching ID bands of all infants and mothers on the unit is the correct first action. It is a critical step in ensuring the safety and security of all infants and mothers, helping to prevent any potential mix-ups or missing infants.

Choice C reason:Determining if the newborn is in the nursery is an important step, but it should not precede the matching of ID bands. The first action should be more immediate and comprehensive in ensuring the safety of all patients on the unit.

Choice D reason:Activating the lockdown procedure is a response to a confirmed security threat. In this scenario, the primary concern is the potential misplacement of an infant, not a confirmed security threat, so this should not be the first action taken.