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vinney12

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Which of these factors is most likely to result in fetal hypoxia during a dysfunctional labor?
 
  a. Incomplete uterine relaxation
  b. Maternal fatigue and exhaustion
  c. Maternal sedation with narcotics
  d. Administration of tocolytic drugs

Question 2

The nurse is performing a cultural assessment of an Asian family who have a child hospitalized for leukemia. What is the best technique for providing culturally competent care for this family?
 
  A) Research the culture and base care on findings.
  B) Ask other Asians to explain their culture.
  C) Just ask the family about their culture and listen.
  D) Hire an interpreter to explain the family culture.



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Answer to Question 1

A
A high uterine resting tone, with inadequate relaxation between contractions, reduces maternal blood flow to the placenta and decreases fetal oxygen supply.

Answer to Question 2

C



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