The Nurse Is Explaining to a Group of Nursing Students

question 33

Multiple Choice

The nurse is explaining to a group of nursing students what occurs during active labor as the uterus contracts. Which statement explains the maternal-fetal exchange of oxygen and waste products during a contraction?

• A) Is not significantly affected
• B) Increases as blood pressure decreases
• C) Diminishes as the spiral arteries are compressed
• D) Continues except when placental functions are reduced

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