12 Questions
What is the purpose of amnioinfusion?
To provide a cushion for the umbilical cord when amniotic fluid is lost
What does a Bishop score greater than 6 indicate?
High likelihood of successful labor induction
What does it indicate if the amniotic fluid contains bits of lanugo?
Normal characteristics of amniotic fluid
Which nursing measure can help promote a more normal labor process?
Encouraging position changes and relaxation
What is dystocia in labor?
A term used to describe a difficult labor due to abnormality in various factors
Why is monitoring the fetal condition essential after labor induction?
To check for adverse effects and ensure safety
What is a key difference in nursing care after cesarean birth compared to vaginal birth?
Assessing wound, catheter patency, and IV flow
What is the most common hazard after premature rupture of membranes?
Infection
During labor induction, why is achieving cervical ripening before oxytocin administration important?
To enhance the effectiveness of labor induction
Which scenario requires close monitoring for maternal and newborn injuries or infections?
After cesarean birth
What should a nurse be vigilant about when oxytocin is administered during labor?
Fetal heart rate abnormalities
What should be the immediate response if a woman experiences subtle symptoms at the beginning of preterm labor?
Advise her to seek care at the hospital promptly
Test your knowledge on amnioinfusion, induction of labor, augmentation of labor, Bishop score, and factors observed by nurses during labor. Be prepared to answer questions related to fluid insertion, intentional initiation of labor, contraction stimulation, and cervical ripeness.
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