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Why is it important to start intravenous access with at least an 18-gauge catheter?
Why is it important to start intravenous access with at least an 18-gauge catheter?
- To relieve discomfort
- To assess the frequency of contractions
- To prevent dehydration (correct)
- To monitor fetal movements
What is the purpose of perineal preparation, such as shaving of pubic hair?
What is the purpose of perineal preparation, such as shaving of pubic hair?
- To prevent infection of perineal episiotomy/lacerations (correct)
- To stimulate uterine contractions
- To assess the status of membranes
- To relieve discomfort
How often should vital signs be assessed during the transition stage of labor?
How often should vital signs be assessed during the transition stage of labor?
- Every 15 minutes (correct)
- Every 2 hours
- Every 30 minutes
- Every hour
What is the purpose of a cleansing enema before delivery?
What is the purpose of a cleansing enema before delivery?
During labor, what is the main purpose of assessing contractions?
During labor, what is the main purpose of assessing contractions?
Why is it essential to perform fetal assessments during labor?
Why is it essential to perform fetal assessments during labor?
What is the purpose of a partograph in the management of labor?
What is the purpose of a partograph in the management of labor?
Why is hand washing essential before and after performing any procedure during labor?
Why is hand washing essential before and after performing any procedure during labor?
What does the level of presenting part refer to in assessing the descent during labor?
What does the level of presenting part refer to in assessing the descent during labor?
What is the primary role of a doula or coach in non-pharmacological pain relief strategies during labor?
What is the primary role of a doula or coach in non-pharmacological pain relief strategies during labor?
Why should patients be NPO (Nil Per Os) during labor?
Why should patients be NPO (Nil Per Os) during labor?
What is Entonox used for as a pharmacological strategy in labor?
What is Entonox used for as a pharmacological strategy in labor?
What is the duration of the second stage of labor for a primigravida?
What is the duration of the second stage of labor for a primigravida?
Which cardinal movement refers to the changes in the position of the fetal head during its passage through the birth canal?
Which cardinal movement refers to the changes in the position of the fetal head during its passage through the birth canal?
What are signs that indicate the recognition of the second stage of labor?
What are signs that indicate the recognition of the second stage of labor?
Which method of birth involves a darkened room, soft music, and placing the infant immediately into a warm-water bath?
Which method of birth involves a darkened room, soft music, and placing the infant immediately into a warm-water bath?
What is a characteristic sign of the expulsive uterine contraction during the second stage of labor?
What is a characteristic sign of the expulsive uterine contraction during the second stage of labor?
Which mechanism of labor involves the fetus's head passing through the birth canal with dilatation or gaping of the anus?
Which mechanism of labor involves the fetus's head passing through the birth canal with dilatation or gaping of the anus?
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