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james0929

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The nurse encourages the labor client to void at least every 2 hours, primarily because a distended bladder may:
 
  a. cause severe pain
  b. impede fetal descent
  c. result in bladder trauma during the birth process
  d. result in kidney infection from stasis of urine

Question 2

According to the CDC guidelines, IV tubing must be changed every:
 
  a. 12 hours c. 48 hours
  b. 24 hours d. 3 days



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Answer to Question 1

B
The renal system responds as the client's distended bladder may slow the descent of the fetus. Pressure from the presenting part may cause edema of tissues and decreased urinary flow. It may also reduce the client's urge to void.

Answer to Question 2

C
Recommendations from the CDC include changing IV tubing every 48 hours.



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