Which of the Following Would Alert the Nurse That the Second

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would alert the nurse that the second stage of labour has begun?

• A) The woman has a sudden episode of vomiting.
• B) The nurse is unable to feel the cervix during a vaginal examination.
• C) Bloody show increases.
• D) The woman involuntarily tries to bear down.

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Definitions:

Cardiac Valve Damage

Damage to any of the valves in the heart, which can affect heart function and lead to cardiovascular diseases.

Pulmonary Hypertension

A type of high blood pressure that affects the arteries in the lungs and the right side of the heart.

Tetralogy of Fallot

A congenital heart defect consisting of four anatomical abnormalities, leading to insufficient oxygenated blood flow to the body.

Heart Failure

A chronic condition where the heart is unable to pump blood adequately, leading to a buildup of fluid and reduced blood flow.