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Which of the following assessments indicates that a client is beginning the 2nd stage of labor?
Which of the following assessments indicates that a client is beginning the 2nd stage of labor?
- The client begins to expel clear vaginal fluid
- The cervix is dilated completely (correct)
- The contractions are regular
- The membranes have ruptured
What is the most appropriate nursing action when a late deceleration is noted on the fetal monitor strip?
What is the most appropriate nursing action when a late deceleration is noted on the fetal monitor strip?
- Place the mother in the supine position
- Administer oxygen via face mask (correct)
- Document the findings and continue to monitor the fetal patterns
- Increase the rate of pitocin IV infusion
Which of the following is not an assessment indicating the 2nd stage of labor?
Which of the following is not an assessment indicating the 2nd stage of labor?
- The membranes have ruptured
- The client begins to expel clear vaginal fluid
- The cervix is dilated completely
- The contractions are regular (correct)
What should the nurse do if the client's cervix is dilated completely?
What should the nurse do if the client's cervix is dilated completely?
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What is the appropriate nursing action when a late deceleration is noted on the fetal monitor strip?
What is the appropriate nursing action when a late deceleration is noted on the fetal monitor strip?
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