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haleyc112

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A woman 2 weeks past her expected delivery date is receiving an oxytocin infusion to induce labor and begins to have contractions every 90 seconds. What is the nurse's initial action?
 
  a. Stop the oxytocin infusion.
  b. Continue the infusion and report the findings to the physician.
  c. Turn her on her left side and reassess the contractions.
  d. Administer oxygen by mask.

Question 2

What nursing care should be provided to a woman with a third-degree laceration immediately after delivery?
 
  a. Warm compresses to the perineum
  b. Cold pack to the perineum
  c. Warm sitz bath
  d. Elevation of hips to prevent edema


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patma1981

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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Oxytocin is discontinued if signs of fetal compromise or excessive uterine contractions occur.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Ice is applied to the perineum to reduce bruising and edema.


haleyc112

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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Gracias!

bblaney

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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