Author Question: A nurse is analyzing fetal cord blood results. If the fetal blood pH is less than 7.25, the nurse ... (Read 81 times)

sc00by25 · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

A nurse is analyzing fetal cord blood results. If the fetal blood pH is less than 7.25, the nurse can conclude that the fetus was:

1. Acidotic and hypoxic.
2. Alkalotic and hypoxic.
3. Well oxygenated.
4. Alkalotic but well oxygenated.

Question 2

Which entity establishes regulations governing nursing practice?

a. American Nurse's Association c. American Gyneco-logical Association
b. National League for Nursing d. State Board of Nurs-ing

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

Answer to Question 1

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Rationale:
1. Normal fetal blood pH should be above 7.25. Lower levels indicate acidosis and hypoxia.
2. Normal fetal blood pH should be above 7.25. Lower levels indicate acidosis and hypoxia.
3. Normal fetal blood pH should be above 7.25. Lower levels indicate acidosis and hypoxia.
4. Normal fetal blood pH should be above 7.25. Lower levels indicate acidosis and hypoxia.

Answer to Question 2

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The Board of Nursing for each state helps to establish regulations governing nursing practice and can make decisions regarding issuing or suspending licenses for practice.