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evelyn o bentley

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The patient in labor has a contraction interval of 45 seconds. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?
 
  a. Prepare for immediate delivery.
  b. Turn the patient onto her right side.
  c. Assist the patient in deep breathing exercises.
  d. Report the finding to the registered nurse or physician.

Question 2

The period of greatest strength of a contraction is known as the:
 
  a. Peak
  b. Decrement
  c. Increment
  d. Intensity



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
The interval is the time of relaxation between contractions. A consistent interval shorter than 60 seconds may reduce fetal oxygen supply and should be reported to the registered nurse or physician.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The peak, or acme, is the period of greatest strength of a contraction.




evelyn o bentley

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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Wow, this really help


cassie_ragen

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

 

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