This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: While caring for a laboring woman, the nurse notices a pattern of variable decelerations in fetal ... (Read 68 times)

luvbio

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 623
on: Jun 28, 2018
While caring for a laboring woman, the nurse notices a pattern of variable decelerations in fetal heart rate with uterine contractions. What is the nurse's initial action?
 
  a. Stop the oxytocin infusion.
  b. Increase the intravenous flow rate.
  c. Reposition the woman on her side.
  d. Start oxygen via nasal cannula.

Question 2

How should the nurse intervene to relieve perineal bruising and edema following delivery?
 
  a. Place an ice pack on the area for 12 hours.
  b. Place a warm pack on the perineal area for 24 hours.
  c. Administer aspirin to relieve inflammation.
  d. Change the perineal pad frequently.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

blakcmamba

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 335
Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Repositioning the woman is the first response to a pattern of variable decelerations. If the decelerations continue, then oxygen should be administered and/or the flow rate of oxygen should be increased.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
An ice pack can be placed on the mother's perineum to reduce bruising and edema for 12 hours followed by a warm pack after the first 12 to 24 hours after delivery.


luvbio

  • Member
  • Posts: 623
Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Gracias!

scikid

  • Member
  • Posts: 300
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
:D TYSM

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

As many as 20% of Americans have been infected by the fungus known as Histoplasmosis. While most people are asymptomatic or only have slight symptoms, infection can progress to a rapid and potentially fatal superinfection.

Did you know?

In 1885, the Lloyd Manufacturing Company of Albany, New York, promoted and sold "Cocaine Toothache Drops" at 15 cents per bottle! In 1914, the Harrison Narcotic Act brought the sale and distribution of this drug under federal control.

Did you know?

People about to have surgery must tell their health care providers about all supplements they take.

Did you know?

The cure for trichomoniasis is easy as long as the patient does not drink alcoholic beverages for 24 hours. Just a single dose of medication is needed to rid the body of the disease. However, without proper precautions, an individual may contract the disease repeatedly. In fact, most people develop trichomoniasis again within three months of their last treatment.

Did you know?

Pregnant women usually experience a heightened sense of smell beginning late in the first trimester. Some experts call this the body's way of protecting a pregnant woman from foods that are unsafe for the fetus.

A fixed action pattern elicited by a sign stimulus. A fixed action pattern elicited by a sign stimulus.
Hubba Hubba Nurse Smiley Hubba Hubba Nurse Smiley
Magnet hospital nurse requirements Magnet hospital nurse requirements
Some scholars regard Walt Whitman as a poet of nature, and others, a poet of the body—a reference to Some scholars regard Walt Whitman as a poet of nature, and others, a poet of the body—a reference to
Atmospheric blocking pattern Atmospheric blocking pattern
An older woman with wrinkled skin, gray hair, and darker teeth, smokes a cigarette. An older woman with wrinkled skin, gray hair, and darker teeth, smokes a cigarette.
Video: Primary Active Transport - electrochemical gradient and ion transport / water movement

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library