Amniotomy as a method of labor induction has which of the ...

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Amniotomy as a method of labor induction has which of the following advantages? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.
 
  1. The danger of a prolapsed cord is decreased.
  2. There is usually no risk of hypertonus or rupture of the uterus.
  3. The intervention can cause a decrease in pain.
  4. The color and composition of amniotic fluid can be evaluated.
  5. The contractions elicited are similar to those of spontaneous labor.

Question 2

A child has sustained a basilar skull fracture. The priority the nurse should watch for is
 
  1. cerebral-spinal-fluid leakage from thenose or ears.
  2. headache.
  3. transient confusion.
  4. periorbital ecchymosis.

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Answer to Question 1

2, 4, 5
Explanation: 2. There is usually no risk of hypertonus or rupture of the uterus and this is an advantage of amniotomy.
4. The color and composition of amniotic fluid can be evaluated and this is an advantage of amniotomy.
5. The contractions elicited are similar to those of spontaneous labor and this is an advantage of amniotomy.

Answer to Question 2

Answer:1
Rationale:Cerebral-spinal-fluid leakage could be present from the nose or ears and if it persists may indicate that surgical repair will be needed.Headache, transient confusion,and periorbital ecchymosis are findings that commonly present with a basilar skull fracture but do not indicate that surgical repair will be needed.