Maternal Newborn Posttest Study Guide Test 2024.

Maternal Newborn Posttest Study Guide Test 2024. A woman in preterm labor at 30 weeks of gestation receives two 12-mg doses of betamethasone intramuscularly. The purpose of this pharmacologic treatment is to: A. Suppress uterine contractions B. Maintain adequate maternal respiratory effort and ventilation during magnesium sulfate therapy C. Stimulate fetal surfactant production D. Reduce maternal and fetal tachycardia associated with ritodrine administration - ANSWER C. Stimulate fetal surfactant production In evaluating the effectiveness of an oxytocin induction, the nurse expects: A. At least 30 milliunits/min of oxytocin are needed to achieve cervical dilation B. Labor to progress at least 2 cm/hr dilation C. Contractions lasting 40 to 90 seconds, 2 to 3 minutes apart D. The intensity of contractions to be at least 110 to 130 mm Hg - ANSWER C. Contractions lasting 40 to 90 seconds, 2 to 3 minutes apart Prostaglandin gel has been ordered for a pregnant woman at 43 weeks of gestation. The nurse recognizes that this medication is administered to: A. Ripen the cervix in preparation for labor induction B. Stimulate the amniotic membranes to rupture C. Enhance uteroplacental perfusion in an aging placenta D. Increase amniotic fluid volume - ANSWER A. Ripen the cervix in preparation for labor induction A client is to have an amniotomy to induce labor. The nurse recognizes that the priority intervention after the amniotomy is to: A. Apply clean linens under the woman B. Take the client's vital signs