A Nurse Is Caring for a Client in the Active

question 8

Short Answer

A nurse is caring for a client in the active phase of labor.The woman's bag of waters spontaneously ruptures.Suddenly the woman complains of dyspnea and appears restless and cyanotic.Additionally,she becomes hypotensive and tachycardic.The nurse immediately suspects the presence of ___________________________________.

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Definitions:

Acidosis

A condition in which there is an excessive acid in the body fluids, leading to lower than normal pH levels.

Physiologic Activity

Bodily functions and processes that are necessary for maintaining life and health.

Central Nervous System

The part of the nervous system consisting of the brain and spinal cord that coordinates activity throughout the body.

Hypoglycemic Reaction

A condition characterized by an abnormally low level of glucose in the blood, often causing symptoms such as dizziness, sweating, and confusion.