18 Questions
What is a common cause of dysfunctional labor according to the text?
Incompetent Cervix
Which condition can lead to cephalopelvic disproportion?
Rickets
What condition may lead to abnormal signs or shape of the pelvis, resulting in failure to progress in labor?
Placenta Previa
What can be a possible cause of narrowing of the transverse diameter at the outlet to less than 11 cm?
Rickets
What is a common feature of cephalopelvic disproportion?
Pathophysiological disproportion between fetal head size and pelvic diameters
Which condition can potentially cause narrowing of the anteroposterior diameter to less than 11 cm and transverse diameter to 12 cm or less?
Rickets in early life or an inherited small pelvis
What is the primary purpose of tocolysis in the management of preterm labor?
To delay the delivery of the fetus
Which medication can be used for tocolysis in the treatment of premature labor?
Nifedipine (Procardia)
What is the purpose of Betamethasone (Celestone) in the management of preterm labor?
To promote fetal lung maturity
What nursing intervention is recommended when managing a patient undergoing tocolysis?
Maintain continuous maternal/fetal monitoring
Which sign indicates the need for immediate evaluation during the management of preterm labor?
Decreased heart rate variability in the fetus
What is a common symptom of preterm labor according to the text?
Back pain
What is a key nursing responsibility related to the administration of Betamethasone (Celestone) for fetal lung maturity?
Monitor fetal heart rate continuously
Which of the following is NOT associated with premature labor, as mentioned in the text?
Thyroid disorders
What is a goal of interventions in the case of premature labor?
Identify and treat infection
In the case of very immature fetus, what should be cautioned against during labor?
Administering epidural
Which condition is NOT mentioned as a cause of premature labor in the text?
Fetal bradycardia
What is recommended to minimize or stop in order to reduce the risk of preterm labor according to the text?
Smoking
Test your knowledge on the causes and assessment of preterm labor, including factors such as cervical incompetence, preeclampsia, maternal injury, infections, multiple births, and placental disorders. Learn about the signs and symptoms of preterm labor and its connection to infections and other conditions.
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