The obstetrician opts to use a vacuum extractor for a delivery. ...

[jace]

The obstetrician opts to use a vacuum extractor for a delivery. The nurse understands that:
 
  1. There is little risk with vacuum extraction devices.
  2. There should be further fetal descent with the first two pulls.
  3. Traction is applied between contractions.
  4. The woman often feels increased discomfort during the procedure.

Question 2

If the woman is Rh negative and not sensitized, she is given Rh immune globulin to prevent what?
 
  1. The potential for hemorrhage
  2. Hyperhomocysteinemi a
  3. Antibody formation
  4. Tubal pregnancy

[kilada]

Answer to Question 1

2
Rationale 1: The risk of complications rises with the use of a vacuum extraction device.
Rationale 2: There should be further descent with the first two pulls on the vacuum extractor, which will indicate there is nothing holding the fetus back.
Rationale 3: Traction should be applied with contractions to maximize the effort.
Rationale 4: The woman often feels only slight pressure during a vacuum extraction if she has adequate regional anesthesia.

Answer to Question 2

3
Explanation: 3. If the woman is Rh negative and not sensitized, she is given Rh immune globulin to prevent antibody formation.

[jace]

Excellent

[rachel]

Gracias!