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on: Jun 28, 2018
Alex experiences an apnoeic spell that is non-responsive to tactile stimulation. His heart rate is bradycardic and he is dusky. The midwife's first intervention should be:
 
  a. give 100 oxygen by mask.
  b. prepare for intubation.
  c. suction the naso- and oropharynx.
  d. initiate cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

Question 2

The following factors play a role in postpartum pelvic floor function: Regular antenatal pelvic floor exercises
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Answer to Question 2

ANS: True

Experiencing an operative vaginal birth

ANS: True

Pelvic floor function before pregnancy

ANS: True


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