The client in labor arrives at the birthing unit with her partner. Which step of the admission process should be completed first?
1. Welcoming the couple
2. The sterile vaginal examination
3. Auscultation of the fetal heart rate
4. Checking for ruptured membranes
Question 2
A client states that her water broke 2 hours ago. What findings should the nurse identify as indications of normal labor? Select all that apply.
1. Protein of +1 in urine
2. Maternal pulse of 160
3. Blood pressure of 120/80
4. Odorless, clear fluid on underwear
5. Fetal heart rate (FHR) of 130 with average variability