(A) One will always hear what the most vocal person has to say. It is best to start with the quietest family member to encourage that person to express emotions. (B) All family members are encouraged to speak for themselves. (C) In the initial family assessment, only data collection occurs; interpretations are made later. (D) Allowing family members to choose their own seats will assist the nurse in assessing the family system and in determining who feels closer to whom.

(A)
Oxytocin stimulates labor but should not be used until CPD (cephalopelvic disproportion) is ruled out in a dysfunctional labor. (B) This answer is the correct protocol for oxytocin administration, but the medication should not be used until CPD is ruled out.
(C)
This answer is the correct manner to interpret effective stimulation, but oxytocin should not be used until CPD is ruled out. (D) This answer is the appropriate nursing action because the scenario presents adysfunctional labor pattern that may be caused by CPD. Oxytocin administration is contraindicated in CPD.

(A) Tubular support, such as that received with a Jobst garment, applies tension of 10-20 mm Hg. This amount of uniform pressure is necessary to prevent or reduce hypertrophic scarring. Clients typically wear a pressure garment for 6-12 months during the recovery phase of their care. (B) Pressure garments have no ambulatory assistive properties. (C) Pressure garments can worsen the psychological impact of burn injury, especially if worn on the face. (D) Pressure garments do not normalize fluid status.

(A) Although not contraindicated, initially ambulation may be difficult because of vertigo and is recommended only with assistance. (B) Vertigo resulting in balance problems is one of
the most common manifestations of Meniere's disease. (C) Adequate nutrition is important, but the emphasis in Meniere's disease is not the number of meals per day but a decrease in intake of sodium. (D) Infection is not an anticipated problem.

Section: Questions Set B
Explanation:
(A, B) These drugs are not antidotes for MgSO4. (C) This drug is the standard antidote and should always be readily available when MgSO4 is being administered. (D) This drug is an antidote for narcotics, not MgSO4.