AWHONN Module 6 verified to pass 2023/2024

AWHONN Module 6A dermatome is an area of skin supplied by a single spinal nerve. Assessment of dermatome level helps establish sympathetic and motor levels of the neuraxial blockade caused by anesthesia. The RN knows that a woman is recovering from neuraxial anesthesia when - correct answer she can lift both legs off of the bed. A primary and routine role of the circulating registered nurse during a cesarean birth includes - correct answer performing needle and sponge counts with the scrub person Althea arrived at the obstetric unit for a labor evaluation at 39 weeks gestation. She reports decreased fetal movement for the past 24 hours. Her biophysical profile is 2/8. The decision is made to perform a cesarean delivery. The most common reason for a cesarean birth is - correct answer failure to progress or abnormal fetal heart patterns. A G1P1 woman delivered by cesarean is now in the recovery room. She received Duramorph via intrathecal catheter. On review of orders before transfer to the postpartum unit, the nurse notes one entry that needs clarification by the physician. Which order is the source of the nurse's concern? - correct answer Monitor respirations every 6 hours for 24 hours. Which of the following best describes the respiratory status assessment performed in the PACU? - correct answer Inspection, auscultation, and oxygen saturation Which of the following is recommended thromboprophylaxis for all women having a cesarean birth? - correct answer Placement of pneumatic compression devices A woman is to receive general anesthesia for an unscheduled cesarean birth. The anesthesiologist asks if she or anyone in her immediate family has had problems with general anesthesia in the past. This question is asked to screen for which of the following? - correct answer Malignant hyperthermia Which of the following is a contraindication to the administration of regional analgesia and anesthesia? - correct answer Local infection at the site of injection