In Assisting with the Two Factors That Have an Effect

question 14

Multiple Choice

In assisting with the two factors that have an effect on fetal status (i.e., pushing and positioning) , nurses should:

• A) Encourage the woman's cooperation in avoiding the supine position.
• B) Advise the woman to avoid the semi-Fowler position.
• C) Encourage the woman to hold her breath and tighten her abdominal muscles to produce a vaginal response.
• D) Instruct the woman to open her mouth and close her glottis, letting air escape after the push.

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