A Woman Has Been Diagnosed with Hypertonic Labor

question 46

Multiple Choice

A woman has been diagnosed with hypertonic labor.She has an order for hydromorphone (Dilaudid) .The student is preparing the medication and asks the labor nurse the rationale for using it.What response by the nurse is best?

• A) "It is to induce prescribed rest and relax the uterus."
• B) "It's for the pain associated with those strong contractions."
• C) "The patient must be allergic to other pain meds."
• D) "This is the best medication for labor and birth."

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Definitions:

Radial Runout

The variation or inconsistency of a rotating part's surface in the radial direction, affecting the smoothness and balance of rotation.

Lateral Runout

A measurement of the deviation or wobble in a rotating component, such as a brake rotor or wheel, from its primary axis of rotation.

Eccentric Runout

Variation in the rotational path of a rotating part, causing uneven movement or vibration.

Backlash

The play or loose movement in mechanical components, particularly in gears, resulting from gaps between parts.