Author Question: Which occurrence is associated with cervical dilation and effacement? a. Bloody show c. ... (Read 76 times)

cdr_15 · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

Which occurrence is associated with cervical dilation and effacement?

a. Bloody show c. Lightening
b. False labor d. Bladder distention

Question 2

The maternity nurse understands that as the uterus contracts during labor, maternal-fetal exchange of oxygen and waste products:

a. Continues except when placental functions are reduced.
b. Increases as blood pressure decreases.
c. Diminishes as the spiral arteries are compressed.
d. Is not significantly affected.

dlook33 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
As the cervix begins to soften, dilate, and efface, expulsion of the mucous plug that sealed the cervix during pregnancy occurs. This causes rupture of small cervical capillaries. Cervical dilation and effacement do not occur with false labor. Lightening is the descent of the fetus toward the pelvic inlet before labor. Bladder distention occurs when the bladder is not emptied frequently. It may slow down the descent of the fetus during labor.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Uterine contractions during labor tend to decrease circulation through the spiral electrodes and subsequent perfusion through the intervillous space. The maternal blood supply to the placenta gradually stops with contractions. The exchange of oxygen and waste products decreases. The exchange of oxygen and waste products is affected by contractions.