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A nurse is evaluating a client who has prolonged labor and suspects uterine rupture.

Which of the following findings should alert the nurse to this complication?

Abdominal pain

Vaginal bleeding

Loss of fetal station

Fetal bradycardia.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is D

Uterine rupture can cause fetal distress and hypoxia, which can slow down the fetal heart rate.

Fetal bradycardia is a sign of a serious complication that requires immediate intervention.

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Correct Answer is ["A","C"]

Explanation

Applying suprapubic pressure and assisting the provider with McRoberts maneuver are two nursing interventions that can help dislodge the impacted shoulder and facilitate the delivery of the baby.

Normal ranges for fetal heart rate are 110 to 160 beats per minute, and for maternal blood pressure are 110/70 to 140/90 mm Hg.

A. Crowning B. Molding C. Caput succedaneum D. Shoulder dystocia.

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Crowning is when the fetal head is visible at the vaginal opening and does not slip back in with each contraction.This indicates that the baby is ready to be born and the mother should stop pushing to avoid tearing or the need for an episiotomy.

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A nurse is evaluating a client who has prolonged labor and suspects uterine rupture. Which of the following findings should alert the nurse to this complication?

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Which of the following findings should alert the nurse to this complication?