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azncindy619

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A woman who is 40 weeks pregnant calls the clinic to report that she noted a small amount of blood-tinged mucus on her toilet tissue this morning. What response by the nurse is most appropriate?
 
  A.
  Come to the clinic today for an examination.
  B.
  Labor will probably start within 48 hours.
  C.
  Lie on your left side and count fetal kicks.
  D.
  Stay on bedrest until your labor begins.

Question 2

A woman and her partner are interested in exploring different birthing options. What action by the perinatal nurse would be most helpful?
 
  A.
  Advise the couple to ask for referrals from friends.
  B.
  Arrange tours of different birthing facilities.
  C.
  Give the couple brochures from different facilities.
  D.
  Refer to social work for an insurance review.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
During pregnancy, the cervix is plugged with mucus. When effacement begins, small capillaries can rupture, leading to an expulsion of the blood-tinged mucus plug, called bloody show. Its presence often indicates that labor will begin in 24 to 48 hours. No action is needed at this time.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Although all options may be beneficial, the best way to help a couple explore birthing options is to encourage them to tour various facilities to gain an understanding of what to expect from the experience. Touring birthing units is often included in childbirth education.



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