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Intrapartum Immersion and Labor Process

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What is the primary effect of intrapartum immersion on the woman's circulation?

Increase in cardiac output (correct)

Decrease in central blood volume

Increase in circulating catecholamine levels

Shift of extracellular fluid out of her circulation

What is the recommended timing for intrapartum immersion?

During the postpartum period

After active labor is established (correct)

During latent labor

During the second stage of labor

What is the effect of intrapartum immersion on the risk of chorioamnionitis?

No difference (correct)

Decreased risk

Variable outcomes

Increased risk

What is the effect of intrapartum immersion on the use of epidural/spinal analgesia?

Decreased use Signup and view all the answers

What is the association between intrapartum immersion and uteroplacental perfusion?

Improved uteroplacental perfusion Signup and view all the answers

Which route of administration is NOT typically used for systemic analgesic medications?

Epidural Signup and view all the answers

What is the association between intrapartum immersion and perineal lacerations?

Decreased likelihood of perineal lacerations Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of using epidural anesthesia in surgery?

To completely eliminate all sensation and motor ability Signup and view all the answers

What is a common side effect of opioids that can be alleviated by sedatives and hypnotics?

Nausea and vomiting Signup and view all the answers

What is a drawback of using systemic analgesic medications in labor management?

They can adversely affect the fetus Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using sedatives and hypnotics in labor management?

To induce sedation and decrease anxiety Signup and view all the answers

What is a scenario in which sedatives and hypnotics might be used to stop contractions?

During a prolonged latent phase of labor Signup and view all the answers