After spontaneous rupture of membranes, the nurse notices a prolapsed cord. The nurse

immediately places the woman in which position?

A. supine

B. side-lying

C. sitting

D. knee-chestD. knee-chest

Pressure on the cord needs to be relieved. Therefore, the nurse would position the woman in a

modified Sims, Trendelenburg, or knee-chest position. Supine, side-lying, or sitting would not

provide relief of cord compression.

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