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Which of the following is a potential complication of a vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC)?
- A. Uterine rupture
- B. Postpartum hemorrhage
- C. Maternal infection
- D. All of the above
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Uterine rupture is a potential complication of VBAC.
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A nurse is assessing a late preterm newborn. Which of the following manifestations is an indication of hypoglycemia?
- A. Hypertonia
- B. Increased feeding
- C. Hyperthermia
- D. Respiratory distress
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Respiratory distress. Hypoglycemia in a late preterm newborn can lead to respiratory distress due to inadequate energy supply to respiratory muscles. Hypertonia (choice A) is not a typical manifestation of hypoglycemia. Increased feeding (choice B) is a compensatory mechanism to raise blood glucose levels. Hyperthermia (choice C) is not directly related to hypoglycemia. Therefore, the most appropriate choice indicating hypoglycemia in this scenario is respiratory distress.
A nurse is assessing a client who is 1 hr postpartum following a vaginal birth. The nurse notes that the client has excessive vaginal bleeding. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
- A. Massage the client's fundus.
- B. Administer oxytocin to the client.
- C. Empty the client’s bladder.
- D. Provide oxygen to the client via nonrebreather face mask.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct action is to massage the client's fundus first. This helps to stimulate uterine contractions and control excessive bleeding, preventing postpartum hemorrhage. Massaging the fundus promotes the expulsion of clots and helps the uterus contract, decreasing the risk of further bleeding. Administering oxytocin (choice B) can be done after fundal massage to enhance uterine contractions. Emptying the client's bladder (choice C) can also aid in reducing uterine atony but is not the priority in this situation. Providing oxygen (choice D) is not directly related to controlling postpartum bleeding.
Select the 5 actions the nurse should take
- A. Increase the flow rate of the maintenance IV fuid
- B. Have the charge nurse notify the provider
- C. Place the client in a Trendelenburg position
- D. Exert upward pressure on the presenting part.
- E. Attempt to push the umbilical cord back into the cervix
- F. Administer oxygen at 10 L/mm via nonrebreather face mask
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,F
Rationale: A prolapsed umbilical cord is a life-threatening emergency requiring immediate intervention to relieve cord compression and restore fetal oxygenation. The priority actions are:
Notify the provider
Reposition the client (Trendelenburg or knee-chest)
Manually relieve pressure on the cord
Administer oxygen
Increase IV fluids for better circulation
A nurse is caring for a client who is at 10 weeks of gestation. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?
- A. Frequent vomiting with weight loss of 3 lb in 1 week
- B. Reports of mood swings
- C. Nosebleeds occurring approximately 3 times per week
- D. Increased vaginal discharge
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A. Frequent vomiting with weight loss of 3 lb in 1 week is concerning during the first trimester as it may indicate hyperemesis gravidarum, a severe form of morning sickness that can lead to dehydration and malnutrition, posing risks to both the mother and the fetus. The nurse should report this finding to the provider for further evaluation and intervention.
Incorrect choices:
B: Reports of mood swings are common during pregnancy due to hormonal changes and are not typically a cause for concern at 10 weeks of gestation.
C: Nosebleeds are common in pregnancy due to increased blood volume and hormonal changes and are usually not serious unless severe or frequent.
D: Increased vaginal discharge is a normal pregnancy symptom caused by hormonal changes and increased blood flow to the pelvic area.
What is the recommended method of administering vitamin K to a newborn who is not at risk for bleeding?
- A. Intramuscular injection
- B. Oral administration
- C. Topical application
- D. Subcutaneous injection
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Oral administration is the recommended method for administering vitamin K to a newborn who is not at risk for bleeding, as it is less invasive and effective.