A Multipara Is Having Intense Uterine Contractions with Little Uterine

question 13

Multiple Choice

A multipara is having intense uterine contractions with little uterine relaxation between contractions.Vaginal examination reveals rapid cervical dilation and fetal descent.The nurse should:

• A)Notify the physician of these findings.
• B)Place the woman in knee-chest position.
• C)Turn off the lights to make it easier for the woman to relax.
• D)Assemble supplies to prepare for a cesarean birth.

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