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Pineapplelove6

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In documenting labor experiences, nurses should know that a uterine contraction is described according to all of the following characteristics except:
 
  1. frequency (how often contractions occur).
  2. intensity (the strength of contraction at its peak).
  3. resting tone (tension in the uterine muscle).
  4. appearance (shape and height).

Question 2

A newborn is born with hypothyroidism. A complication of this disorder if it is not recognized and treated is
 
  A) blindness.
  B) muscle spasticity.
  C) dehydration.
  D) cognitive impairment.


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cegalasso

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

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1, 2, 3. Incorrect. Uterine contractions are described in terms of frequency, intensity, duration, and resting tone.
4. Correct. Uterine contractions are described in terms of frequency, intensity, duration, and resting tone.

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Reply 2 on: Jun 27, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Excellent

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