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SAVANNAHHOOPER23

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on: Jun 28, 2018
A(n) _______________ is a narrow cone inserted into the cervix to ripen the cervix to increase uterine contractions.
 
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After an amniotomy, the umbilical cord becomes compressed. The nurse prepares the patient for an instillation of a bolus of warm sterile saline into the uterus, which is called ___________________ _.
 
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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

laminaria

A laminaria is a narrow cone inserted in the cervix that dilates and ripens the cervix as it absorbs water.

Answer to Question 2

amnioinfusion

A warm saline bolus is instilled in the uterus to float the fetus to relieve pressure on the cord.


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