Several Hours into Labor, a Woman Complains of Blurred Vision

question 25

Multiple Choice

Several hours into labor, a woman complains of blurred vision, numbness, and tingling of her hands and mouth. The nurse recognizes these as symptoms of:

• A) Hypertension
• B) Anxiety
• C) Anoxia
• D) Hyperventilation

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Definitions:

Productivity Differences

Variations in the efficiency and effectiveness with which firms or economies turn inputs into outputs.

Human-Capital Theory

A concept in economics that views individuals' skills, knowledge, and experience as economic value, suggesting that investments in education and training can enhance productivity and earnings.

Discriminatory Practices

Actions or policies that treat an individual or group unfairly based on certain characteristics, such as race, gender, age, or sexual orientation.

Labor Markets

Marketplaces where employers find workers and workers find jobs, defined by the supply and demand for labor.