A Primigravida at 40 Weeks of Gestation Is Having Uterine

question 26

Multiple Choice

A primigravida at 40 weeks of gestation is having uterine contractions every 1½ to 2 minutes and states that they are very painful.Her cervix is dilated 2 cm and has not changed in 3 hours.The woman is crying and wants an epidural.What is the likely status of this woman's labor?

• A) She is exhibiting hypotonic uterine dysfunction.
• B) She is experiencing a normal latent stage.
• C) She is exhibiting hypertonic uterine dysfunction.
• D) She is experiencing precipitous labor.

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Definitions:

Displacement

In psychology, displacement refers to the unconscious transfer of an intense emotion from its original object to another, more acceptable one.

Defense Mechanism

Psychological strategies employed unconsciously to protect a person from anxiety-arising thoughts or feelings.

Unacceptable Impulses

Thoughts or desires that are often viewed as inappropriate or socially unacceptable, which can cause distress if not managed.

Displacement

In psychology, a defense mechanism where mind substitutes a new aim or object for goals felt in their original form to be dangerous or unacceptable.