The nurse is caring for a newborn who was just born in a ...

[ashley]

The nurse is caring for a newborn who was just born in a precipitous delivery. What are the implications of such a birth? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.
 
  1. Hypoxia from decreased uteroplacental circulation
  2. Meconium-stained fluid
  3. Brachial plexus injuries
  4. Low temperature
  5. Intracranial trauma from rapid birth and delivery

Question 2

The nurse is planning a prenatal class for a group of adolescents. The nurse will establish the goals of: Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.
 
  1. Providing anticipatory guidance.
  2. Preparing the participants for labor and birth.
  3. Avoiding discussion of the patient's conflicts.
  4. Providing community resources if asked.
  5. Helping the participants develop coping skills.

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Answer to Question 1

1,2,3,5
Rationale 1: Hypoxia can result from decreased uteroplacental circulation caused by intense uterine contractions.
Rationale 2: Meconium-stained fluid can result in meconium aspiration.
Rationale 3: Brachial plexus injuries are caused by rapid descent and uncontrolled birth.
Rationale 4: Low temperature is not associated with precipitous birth.
Rationale 5: Intracranial trauma can result from a rapid birth.

Answer to Question 2

1,2,5
Rationale 1: Goals for a prenatal class designed for adolescents must include anticipatory guidance.
Rationale 2: Goals for a prenatal class designed for adolescents must include preparing the participants for labor and the birth of their baby.
Rationale 3: Goals for a prenatal class designed for adolescents must include a discussion of the conflicts they experience.
Rationale 4: Goals for a prenatal class designed for adolescents must include provision of community resources.
Rationale 5: Goals for a prenatal class designed for adolescents must include helping the participants develop adequate coping skills.