The role of the practical nurse during labor includes all EXCEPT (Select All that Apply.)

Monitor FHR and contraction pattern

Monitor maternal vital signs

Perform vaginal exams

Provide maternal comfort measures

Monitor maternal coping

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : A,B,D,E

A. Monitor FHR and contraction pattern – Correct; LPNs can monitor fetal heart rate (FHR) and contractions.

B. Monitor maternal vital signs – Correct; LPNs are responsible for monitoring the mother's BP, pulse, and other vitals.

C. Perform vaginal exams – Incorrect; LPNs do NOT perform cervical checks—this is the role of RNs or providers.

D. Provide maternal comfort measures – Correct; LPNs assist with positioning, massage, and breathing techniques for comfort.

E. Monitor maternal coping – Correct; LPNs can assess maternal coping mechanisms and provide support.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Nesting – Correct; nesting instinct refers to a surge of energy in late pregnancy, leading the mother to prepare for the baby.

B. Bloody show – Incorrect; bloody show refers to mucus mixed with blood, a sign of cervical dilation.

C. Lightening – Incorrect; lightening refers to the baby dropping into the pelvis, making breathing easier but increasing pressure on the bladder.

D. Effacement – Incorrect; effacement is the thinning of the cervix, an essential part of labor but not related to nesting.

A. The amniotic fluid produces hormones necessary for fetal development. B. The amniotic fluid regulates the temperature of the fetus. It helps maintain a constant temperature C. The amniotic fluid aids in digestion and absorption of nutrients. D. The amniotic fluid cushions and protects the fetus. E. Amniotic fluid allows the fetus to move freely. Aids in symmetric growth by providing an unrestricted environment F. The amniotic fluid regulates the fetal heart rate.

Correct Answer is ["B","D","E"]

Explanation

A. The amniotic fluid produces hormones necessary for fetal development. – Incorrect; the placenta, not the amniotic fluid, is responsible for hormone production.

B. The amniotic fluid regulates the temperature of the fetus. It helps maintain a constant temperature. – Correct; amniotic fluid provides thermal regulation for the fetus.

C. The amniotic fluid aids in digestion and absorption of nutrients. – Incorrect; the fetus obtains nutrients via the placenta, not the amniotic fluid.

D. The amniotic fluid cushions and protects the fetus. – Correct; amniotic fluid acts as a shock absorber, protecting the fetus from trauma.

E. Amniotic fluid allows the fetus to move freely. Aids in symmetric growth by providing an unrestricted environment. – Correct; amniotic fluid prevents fetal deformities by allowing movement and growth.

F. The amniotic fluid regulates the fetal heart rate. – Incorrect; fetal heart rate is regulated by the autonomic nervous system and placental function, not amniotic fluid.

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