The nurse has just received the shift report. Which client should the nurse assess first?

The nurse is assessing a postpartum client’s vital signs 24 hours after the birth of the infant and notes: respiratory rate, 18 breaths/min; pulse rate, 110 beats/min; temperature 100.3°F (37.9°C); blood pressure, 130/88 mm Hg. Which assessment finding should the nurse prioritize for further attention?

Which information would the nurse include when teaching a new mother about the difference between pathologic and physiologic jaundice?

A newborn is experiencing cold stress. Which findings would the nurse expect to assess? Select all that apply.

What is the frequency and duration of the contractions?   

A new mother who is breastfeeding her newborn asks the nurse, “How will I know if my baby is drinking enough?” Which response by the nurse would be most appropriate?

The nurse determines that a woman has implemented prescribed therapy for her fibrocystic breast disease when the client reports that she has eliminated which from her lifestyle?

Which instruction should be given to a woman newly diagnosed with genital herpes?

A nurse is assessing a 26-year-old married female client for use of oral contraception. Which findings in her health history would suggest that natural family planning may be a better option? Select all that apply.

The nurse frequently assesses the respiratory status of a preterm newborn based on the understanding that the newborn is at increased risk for respiratory distress syndrome because of which factor?