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stevenposner

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Which position would be inappropriate during labor?
 
  a. Hands-and-knees
  b. Side-lying
  c. Supine
  d. Squatting

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a patient who delivered under general anesthesia. The nurse understands the risks of general anesthesia and will assess for which complication(s)? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Postpartum hemorrhage in the mother
  b. Decreased respiratory status of infant
  c. Aspiration of gastric contents in the mother
  d. Diarrhea in the mother
  e. Hypertension in the mother



Missbam101

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Any position except the supine position is acceptable during labor.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, C
General anesthesia puts the woman at risk for regurgitation and aspiration of gastric contents. It crosses the placental barrier and the fetus will be under its effects at birth, making establishment of initial respiration difficult. General anesthesia may cause the uterus to relax in the postpartum period, which can contribute to postpartum hemorrhage.



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