When a neurotransmitter like acetylcholine is acting in an excitatory manner which of the following is likely a result of the acetylcholine acting on the postsynaptic cell?

When a muscle is unable to respond to stimuli temporarily, it is in which of the following periods?

During the relative refractory period of an action potential, a larger than normal stimulus is needed to cause another action potential. This is due to the fact that ________.

If a postsynaptic cell is stimulated to threshold by temporal summation this implies that ________.

The nurse assesses a boggy uterus with the fundus above the umbilicus and deviated to the side. What should the nurse’s next assessment be?

A woman has had persistent lochia rubra for 2 weeks after her delivery and is experiencing pelvic discomfort. What does the nurse explain is the usual treatment for subinvolution?

After birth, the nurse quickly dries and wraps the newborn in a blanket. How does this action prevent heat loss?

The nurse tells a woman who is trying to conceive to check her cervical mucus for changes. What will she expect the characteristic of cervical mucus to be a few days before ovulation?

A woman required a cesarean section for safe delivery of her newborn. She is planning to breastfeed and verbalized concern about pain. What is the best suggestion by the nurse?

The nurse is providing an informational session on oral contraceptives. Which of the following decrease effectiveness of oral contraceptives?