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lilldybug07 · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

The causes of preterm labor are not fully understood although many factors have been associated with early labor. These include (select all that apply)

a. Singleton pregnancy
b. History of cone biopsy
c. Smoking
d. Short cervical length
e. Higher level of education

Question 2

A child is receiving intravenous fluids. How frequently should the nurse assess and document the condition of the child's intravenous site?

a. Every hour
b. Every 2 hours
c. Every 4 hours
d. Every shift

scottmt · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B, C, D
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Correct A history of cone biopsy, smoking, and short cervical length are maternal
risk factors for preterm labor. Others include chronic illness, DES
exposure as a fetus, uterine abnormalities, obesity, previous preterm labor
or birth, number of embryos implanted, preeclampsia, anemia, or
infection.
Incorrect Uterine distention caused by multifetal pregnancy or hydramnios are risk
factors for preterm labor. Low educational level, low socioeconomic
status, little or no prenatal care, poor nutrition, or non-white ethnicity are
all demographic risk factors for preterm labor and birth.

Answer to Question 2

A
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A The nurse assesses and documents an IV site at least every hour for signs and
symptoms of infiltration and phlebitis.
B The nurse should assess a child's IV site more frequently than every 2 hours.
C The nurse should assess a child's IV site more frequently than every 4 hours.
Serious complications could occur during this time interval.
D The nurse should assess a child's IV site more frequently than every shift.