Augmentation of labor - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

HESI MATERNITY VERSION 1-3 EXAM RATED A+ Whenis anamniotomyindicated? - ANSWER>>(artificial ruptureof membranes [AROM]) is used to stimulate labor when the condition of the cervix is favorable How often should maternal blood pressure be done during an amniotomy? - ANSWER>>Maternal BP should beassessed every 15 to20 minutes duringlabor Why is maternal temperature important to monitor after an amniotomy? - ANSWER>>Maternal temperatureis monitoredhourlyafter the membranes a...

Antepartum and intrapartum Exam Questions and Answers REMEMBER VEAL CHOP A nurse is assigned to care for a client with hypotonic uterine dysfunction and signs of a slowing labor. The nurse is reviewing the physician's orders and would expect to note which of the following prescribed treatments for this condition? 1.Medication that will provide sedation 2.Increased hydration 3.Oxytocin (Pitocin) infusion 4.Administration of a tocolytic medication - Answer-3. Therapeutic management f...

Intrapartum Questions with with complete solution Intrapartum A client with intrauterine growth restriction is admitted to the labor and birth unit and started on an I.V. infusion of oxytocin. Which aspect of the client's care plan should the nurse revise? - correct answer Allowing the client to ambulate as tolerated Because the fetus is at risk for complications, frequent and close monitoring is necessary. Therefore, the client shouldn't be allowed to ambulate. Carefully titrating...

OB Exam 3 8-11 Already Graded A+ Childbirth Education and Nursing Care Signs of Impending Labor - Question: During a childbirth education class, which statement made by a participant indicates the need for further clarification? - A: "As labor gets closer, I might experience a sudden burst of energy or 'nesting' instinct." - B: "I might find it harder to breathe as my baby gets larger near my due date." ️ - C: "It's common to have warm-up contractions that aren't painful before ...

Intranatal risk - Correct Answer-Conditions during labor and delivery may put the woman into a serious situation and prompts immediate medical and nursing intervention. This includes conditions that affect the passage, passenger, and powers component of labor Dysfunction Labor - Correct Answer-There is lowering or sluggishness of labor process (like uterine contraction and dilation not progressive) in a woman. occurring at the onset of labor - Correct Answer-Dysfunction can occur at any po...

Magnesium Sulfate correct answers Anticonvulsant 4/5mg IM SE: Flushing sweating, hypotension, depressed reflexes, flaccid paralysis, hypothermia, circulatory collapse, cardiac and CNS depression Monitor serum Mg levels (therapeutic range 3-6mg/100mL) OB Use: Seizure prevention in Eclampsia and preeclampsia Betamethasone correct answers Glucocorticoid 12mg IM SE: Fluid retention/accumulation, hyperglycemia, glucose intolerance, hypokalemia, GI upset, mood changes, insomnia, restlessness,...

OB Exam 2 Study Guide Already Graded A+ Pain Management During Labor Gate Control Theory - Pain travels along sensory nerve pathways, and only a limited number of sensations can be processed at one time. Distraction techniques can send alternate signals through these pathways, which can inhibit the perception of pain. Non-Pharmacological Methods - Early Labor: - Cognitive Strategies: Doulas, hypnosis, biofeedback, and progressive relaxation. - Back Pain: - Sensory Stimulation: Aromat...

2024 HESI MATERNITY EXAM 2020 SUMMER The nurse performs a routine assessment on a 12-hour-old infant. Which finding requires intervention? A. No voiding or stooling since birth B. Crying for more than 10 minutes C. Respiratory rate of 73 breaths/minute D. Acrocyanosis with hands & feet cool to touch The nurse receives change-of-shift report for four newborns. The nurse should monitor closely which newborn for an increased risk for developing neonatal sepsis A. Birth weight of...

HESI MATERNITY VERSION 1 OB EXAM RATED A+ 28 wk gestation pt calls the antepartal clinic about bleeding a small amount of bright red blood with no uterine contractions, but is not bleeding anymore. What may this possibly be? - ANSWER>>Placenta previa Is bleeding a small amount of bright red blood life-threatening to the fetus? - ANSWER>>It is not at risk for hypovolemia or life-threatening. What may sudden onset bleeding with present uterine contractions indicate? - ANSWER&...

HESI MATERNITY VERSION 1-3 EXAM RATED A+ When is an amniotomy indicated? - ANSWER>>(artificial rupture of membranes [AROM]) is used to stimulate labor when the condition of the cervix is favorable How often should maternal blood pressure be done during an amniotomy? - ANSWER>>Maternal BP should be assessed every 15 to 20 minutes during labor Why is maternal temperature important to monitor after an amniotomy? - ANSWER>>Maternal temperature is monitored hourly a...