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What is the primary purpose of amniotomy in conjunction with induction of labor?
What is the primary purpose of amniotomy in conjunction with induction of labor?
- To prevent abruptio placentae
- To monitor the fetal heart rate
- To reduce the risk of chorioamnionitis
- To enable internal electronic fetal monitoring (correct)
What is a potential complication of amniotomy?
What is a potential complication of amniotomy?
- Prolapse and compression of the umbilical cord (correct)
- Placenta previa
- Abruptio placentae
- Vasa previa
Which of the following is an indication for induction of labor?
Which of the following is an indication for induction of labor?
- Abnormal presentation
- Previous uterine surgery
- Nonreassuring fetal heart rate patterns
- Fetal compromise (correct)
What is a contraindication for induction of labor?
What is a contraindication for induction of labor?
What is a risk of prolonged rupture of membranes?
What is a risk of prolonged rupture of membranes?
Which of the following is not a purpose of Bishop's Scoring System?
Which of the following is not a purpose of Bishop's Scoring System?
What is the purpose of external cephalic version?
What is the purpose of external cephalic version?
What is internal version used for?
What is internal version used for?
What is the primary purpose of the primary line in an IV pump setup?
What is the primary purpose of the primary line in an IV pump setup?
What is the approximate frequency of forceps used compared to vacuum extraction?
What is the approximate frequency of forceps used compared to vacuum extraction?
What is a potential response of the fetus to oxytocin administration?
What is a potential response of the fetus to oxytocin administration?
What is a potential maternal complication associated with operative delivery?
What is a potential maternal complication associated with operative delivery?
What is the purpose of an episiotomy?
What is the purpose of an episiotomy?
What is the purpose of using a secondary infusion line in an IV pump setup?
What is the purpose of using a secondary infusion line in an IV pump setup?
What is a sign of tachysystole?
What is a sign of tachysystole?
What is a potential fetal complication associated with operative delivery?
What is a potential fetal complication associated with operative delivery?
What is the role of the nurse in oxytocin administration?
What is the role of the nurse in oxytocin administration?
What is the purpose of cervical ripening?
What is the purpose of cervical ripening?
What is the primary factor contributing to the increasing cesarean birth rate in the United States?
What is the primary factor contributing to the increasing cesarean birth rate in the United States?
What is the preferred uterine incision for cesarean birth?
What is the preferred uterine incision for cesarean birth?
What is the main concern for women who have had a cesarean birth in the past?
What is the main concern for women who have had a cesarean birth in the past?
What is the main benefit of low transverse uterine incisions in cesarean birth?
What is the main benefit of low transverse uterine incisions in cesarean birth?
What is the primary consideration for women who want to have a vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC)?
What is the primary consideration for women who want to have a vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC)?
What is the priority intervention after an amniotomy to induce labor?
What is the priority intervention after an amniotomy to induce labor?
