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berenicecastro

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A primigravida is admitted to the birth setting in early labor. She is 3 cm dilated, -2 station, with intact membranes and FHR of 150 beats/min. Her membranes rupture spontaneously, and the FHR drops to 90 beats/min with variable decelerations.
 
  The initial response from the nurse would be to: 1. Perform a vaginal exam.
  2. Notify the physician.
  3. Place the patient in a left lateral position.
  4. Administer oxygen at 2 L per nasal cannula.

Question 2

Which of the following may be the main presenting symptom of iron deficiency anemia?
 
  1. Frequent urination
  2. Fatigue
  3. Nausea
  4. Headaches


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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Rationale 1: A drop in fetal heart rate accompanied by variable decelerations is consistent with a prolapsed cord, and a vaginal exam is the best way to confirm this.
Rationale 2: The vaginal exam should be done before the physician is notified.
Rationale 3: Repositioning the patient will not relieve the decreased heart rate if the cord is compromised.
Rationale 4: Administering oxygen will not relieve the decreased heart rate if the cord is compromised.

Answer to Question 2

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Explanation: 2. The main presenting symptom of iron deficiency anemia may be fatigue.


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berenicecastro

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Reply #2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Correct answers!


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Reply #3 on: Jun 27, 2018
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