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vicky

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What is the main purpose of putting a bolster sheet or roll under the right hip of a patient just prior to C-section?
 a. It keeps the epidural catheter from being kinked.
  b. It prevents sacral decubitus ulcer formation.
  c. It reduces low back strain while in the supine position.
  d. It reduces the pressure of the gravid uterus on the vena cava.

Question 2

Which incision is MOST frequently used for cesarean sections?
 a. epigastric
  b. paramedian
  c. Pfannenstiel
  d. vertical midline



Athena23

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Answer to Question 1

d

Answer to Question 2

c



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