Author Question: The nurse assists in the vaginal delivery of a newborn. Following the delivery, the nurse observes ... (Read 73 times)

jayhills49 · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

The nurse assists in the vaginal delivery of a newborn. Following the delivery, the nurse observes the umbilical cord lengthen and a spurt of blood from the vagina. The nurse documents these observations as signs of:

1. Hematoma
2. Placenta previa
3. Uterine atony
4. Placental separation

Question 2

The nurse suspects the client may be experiencing dysfunction in the area of the semicircular canals of the ear if the client experiences:

1. Disturbance in balance
2. Conduction hearing loss
3. Tinnitus
4. Sensorineural hearing loss

efwsefaw · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

4

Rationale: As the placenta separates, it settles downward into the lower uterine segment. The umbilical cord lengthens, and a sudden trickle or spurt of blood appears. The other options are incorrect.

Answer to Question 2

1

Rationale: The semicircular canals function to aid the client's sense of balance. These canals do not relate to hearing function or the presence of tinnitus.