MATERNITY CHAPTER 14 EXAM.
A primigravida client has just arrived in early labor and is showing signs of
extreme anxiety over the birthing process. Why should the nurse prioritize
helping the client relax? - CorreCt Answers -Anxiety can slow down labor
and decrease oxygen to the fetus
The nurse is assessing a new client who presents in early labor. The nurse
determines the fetus has an acceptable heart rate if found within which
range? - CorreCt Answers -110 to 160 bpm
When planning a labor experience for a primigravid, understanding which
characteristic of labor pain is most helpful? - CorreCt Answers -The
characteristics of labor pain follow a pattern
How does a woman who feels in control of the situation during labor
influence her pain? - CorreCt Answers -Feelings of control are inversely
related to the client's report of pain
The nurse instructs the client about skin massage and the gate-control
theory of pain. Which statement would be appropriate for the nurse to
include for client understanding of the nonpharmacologic pain relief
methods? - CorreCt Answers -This is a technique to prevent the painful
stimuli from entering the brain
A woman's primary care provider has told her he wants to use an
episiotomy for birth. She asks the nurse what the purpose of this is. Which
answer would be best? - CorreCt Answers -"It relieves pressure on the fetal
head."
, During labor, progressive fetal descent occurs. Place the stations listed in
their proper sequence from first to last. All options must be used. - CorreCt
Answers -(-4); (-2); (0); (2); (4)
While assessing the progress of the labor, the nurse explains that the fetal
heart rate variability is moderate. Which explanation is best to use with the
parents? - CorreCt Answers -FHR fluctuates from 6 to 25 beats per minute
A client has presented in the early phase of labor, experiencing abdominal
pain and signs of growing anxiety about the pain. Which pain management
technique should the nurse prioritize at this stage? - CorreCt Answers -
Practicing effleurage on the abdomen
The nurse is assisting a client through labor, monitoring her closely now
that she has received an epidural. Which finding should the nurse prioritize
to the anesthesiologist? - CorreCt Answers -Inability to push
The nurse is monitoring a client who has given birth and is now bonding
with her infant. Which finding should the nurse prioritize and report
immediately for intervention? - CorreCt Answers -Maternal tachycardia
and falling blood pressure
The nurse is providing preoperative care for a client who will undergo a
cesarean section. The nurse should: - CorreCt Answers -confirm that
consent has been provided by the client
A primigravida client has just arrived in early labor and is showing signs of
extreme anxiety over the birthing process. Why should the nurse prioritize
helping the client relax? - CorreCt Answers -Anxiety can slow down labor
and decrease oxygen to the fetus
The nurse is assessing a new client who presents in early labor. The nurse
determines the fetus has an acceptable heart rate if found within which
range? - CorreCt Answers -110 to 160 bpm
When planning a labor experience for a primigravid, understanding which
characteristic of labor pain is most helpful? - CorreCt Answers -The
characteristics of labor pain follow a pattern
How does a woman who feels in control of the situation during labor
influence her pain? - CorreCt Answers -Feelings of control are inversely
related to the client's report of pain
The nurse instructs the client about skin massage and the gate-control
theory of pain. Which statement would be appropriate for the nurse to
include for client understanding of the nonpharmacologic pain relief
methods? - CorreCt Answers -This is a technique to prevent the painful
stimuli from entering the brain
A woman's primary care provider has told her he wants to use an
episiotomy for birth. She asks the nurse what the purpose of this is. Which
answer would be best? - CorreCt Answers -"It relieves pressure on the fetal
head."
, During labor, progressive fetal descent occurs. Place the stations listed in
their proper sequence from first to last. All options must be used. - CorreCt
Answers -(-4); (-2); (0); (2); (4)
While assessing the progress of the labor, the nurse explains that the fetal
heart rate variability is moderate. Which explanation is best to use with the
parents? - CorreCt Answers -FHR fluctuates from 6 to 25 beats per minute
A client has presented in the early phase of labor, experiencing abdominal
pain and signs of growing anxiety about the pain. Which pain management
technique should the nurse prioritize at this stage? - CorreCt Answers -
Practicing effleurage on the abdomen
The nurse is assisting a client through labor, monitoring her closely now
that she has received an epidural. Which finding should the nurse prioritize
to the anesthesiologist? - CorreCt Answers -Inability to push
The nurse is monitoring a client who has given birth and is now bonding
with her infant. Which finding should the nurse prioritize and report
immediately for intervention? - CorreCt Answers -Maternal tachycardia
and falling blood pressure
The nurse is providing preoperative care for a client who will undergo a
cesarean section. The nurse should: - CorreCt Answers -confirm that
consent has been provided by the client
