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jCorn1234

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on: Jun 27, 2018
The priority nursing intervention following an amniotomy is to:
 
  a. Assess the color of the amniotic fluid.
  b. Change the client's gown.
  c. Estimate the amount of amniotic fluid.
  d. Assess the fetal heart rate.

Question 2

The certified nurse-midwife is qualified to perform:
 
  a. regional anesthesia.
  b. cesarean deliveries.
  c. vaginal deliveries.
  d. internal version.


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katheyjon

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

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The fetal heart rate must be assessed immediately after the rupture of the membranes to de-termine whether cord prolapse or compression has occurred.
This is important, but not the top priority.
This is important for client comfort, but it is not the top priority.
This is not a top priority for this client.

Answer to Question 2

C
The midwife is qualified to deliver infants vaginally in uncomplicated pregnancies. Procedures in a, b, and d must be performed by a physician.


jCorn1234

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

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:D TYSM

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