Which Statement Correctly Describes the Nurse's Responsibility Related to Electronic

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which statement correctly describes the nurse's responsibility related to electronic monitoring?

• A) Report abnormal findings to the physician before initiating corrective actions.
• B) Teach the woman and her support person about the monitoring equipment and discuss any of their questions.
• C) Document the frequency, duration, and intensity of contractions measured by the external device.
• D) Inform the support person that the nurse will be responsible for all comfort measures when the electronic equipment is in place.

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Definitions:

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Pleura

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