Nurse Jackie’s Q & A

cracked nipples during breastfeeding
What can cause cracked nipples during breast feeding? Choose the incorrect answer. The baby is not latching on properlyYou need to reevaluate your sitting position .. Read more
i am pregnant now what
I am pregnant now what? It’s too early  I don’t need to see a provider yet, do I ? Which Answer is incorrect! 1 No you .. Read more
your birth plan
You are making preparations  for your special day.  One of your tasks is the Birth Plan. Who should  receive  a copy of your Birth Plan? Choose the correct answer. .. Read more
baby on stomach or chest after delivery
You are finally having your bundle of joy! You have read and your delivery assistant has told you - that when the baby is born it should .. Read more
back pain during pregnancy
You are beginning to have lower abdominal and lower back pain. Your were told at 36 weeks you have Group B Streptococcus infection.  Your water bag  just ruptured .. Read more
vaginal exam during labor
You are in active labor for hours and your provider would like to examine you for progress. Which of the following are correct statements?  1-Vaginal exam .. Read more
massaging during contractions
You are in active labor you are on your left side. Closing your eyes when there is no contraction and breathing when there is a .. Read more
taking iron during pregnancy
You’re having a baby. Your Obstetrician starts you on iron medication daily for your anemia. What is the recommendation for taking this medication by mouth. Which .. Read more
ruptured membranes
You are going to have a baby. You are sleeping comfortably on your left side. Suddenly you feel some wetness coming from your vagina. Did .. Read more
what part of a newborn baby not to wash
You just gave birth to a baby with good color, breathing is great, cry is loud and strong and baby is moving about well. Which .. Read more
Storing breast milk
Your plan is to feed your baby Breast milk only. Can Breast Milk be stored ?   Which statement is incorrect ?  At room temperature (77°F or .. Read more
pregnant with 104 temperature
Imaginary Case Study: You're pregnant and you have a temperature above 100.4 for 2 days and you are coughing. What should you NOT do - there .. Read more
labor complications
Complications during labor are not uncommon. However, your decision to have a natural childbirth outside of a hospital can present a few challenges. Do you .. Read more
keeping your baby hydrated
How do you keep your baby hydrated when you are breastfeeding exclusively? Breast feed emptying the breast completely Pump and then feed the baby on that .. Read more