Author Question: To provide optimal care to the intrapartum woman, the nurse understands that the least favorable ... (Read 9 times)

Marty · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

To provide optimal care to the intrapartum woman, the nurse understands that the least favorable maternal position for labor is

a. Supine
b. Sitting
c. Lying on the side
d. Standing

Question 2

One of the greatest risks to the mother during administration of general anesthesia is

a. Respiratory depression
b. Uterine relaxation
c. Inadequate muscle relaxation
d. Aspiration of stomach contents

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

Answer to Question 1

A
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A The supine position allows the heavy uterus to compress the inferior vena cava
and can reduce placental blood flow, compromising fetal oxygen supply.
B The sitting position allows gravity to assist in the descent of the fetus.
C The side-lying position is comfortable for most mothers, and it allows for
adequate placental blood flow.
D Standing and walking may be comfortable for some women. This does not
prevent adequate placental blood flow and can be encouraged if there are no
other contraindications.

Answer to Question 2

D
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A Respirations can be altered during general anesthesia, and the anesthesiologist
will take precautions to maintain proper oxygenation.
B Uterine relaxation can occur with some anesthesia, but this can be monitored and
prevented.
C Inadequate muscle relaxation can be altered. This is not the greatest risk for the
mother.
D Aspiration of acidic gastric contents and possible airway obstruction is a
potentially fatal complication of general anesthesia.