The nurse is caring for a woman hospitalized for hyperemesis gravidarum. What should the nurse expect the initial treatment will be?
Select one:

Enteral nutrition to correct nutritional deficits.

Corticosteroids and antibiotics to reduce the infection.

NPO for 48 hrs and IV therapy to correct fluid and electrolyte imbalances.

All antiemetic, such as pyridoxine (vitamin B6) to control nausea and vomiting.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

a. This may be necessary once the woman's condition stabilizes, but it is not the initial treatment.
b. This is not typically indicated for hyperemesis gravidarum.

c. This is the initial treatment for hyperemesis gravidarum to prevent dehydration and correct electrolyte imbalances.
d. This may be part of the treatment plan, but it is not the initial treatment.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

a. This is not typically considered a danger sign of pregnancy.

b. This is a potential danger sign of pregnancy and should be reported to the healthcare provider.
c. This is not typically considered a danger sign of pregnancy.

d. This is not typically considered a danger sign of pregnancy.

A. Anticonvulsants B. Antihypertensives C. Antioxidants d Antiemetics

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

a. Certain anticonvulsants, such as phenytoin and carbamazepine, can decrease the effectiveness of COCs.
b. Antihypertensives do not typically interfere with the effectiveness of COCs.

c. Antioxidants do not typically interfere with the effectiveness of COCs.

d. Antiemetics do not typically interfere with the effectiveness of COCs.

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Select one: