The birth attendant evaluates whether labor and birth are safer ...

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The birth attendant evaluates whether labor and birth are safer for the woman and her fetus than continuing the pregnancy. The Bishop Scoring System remains a popular tool to assist in this task. Is this statement true or false?
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

As an adjunct to inductions, a number of procedures to ripen the cervix are employed. One of these methods is the vaginal administration of preparations using prostaglandins.
 
  Before administering this medication, the nurse should be aware that this class of drug is an appropriate choice for women who have had a prior cesarean birth. Is this statement true or false? Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Answer to Question 1

T
The Bishop score uses 5 factors to determine readiness for labor (dilation, effacement,
consistency, position, and fetal station). The likelihood of a vaginal birth is similar to that
of spontaneous labor if the score is greater than 8.

Answer to Question 2

F
Prostaglandins are contraindicated in patients who have had a prior cesarean birth or other
uterine surgery. A side effect of prostaglandin administration is hyperstimulation of the
uterus. This may result in reduced uterine blood flow to the fetus, impaired gas exchange,
and increased risk of uterine rupture. Prostaglandins should also be used with caution in
women who have asthma, heart disease, glaucoma, or renal or hepatic dysfunction.

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Thank you

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