When Using Intermittent Auscultation (IA) to Assess Uterine Activity,nurses Should

question 14

Multiple Choice

When using intermittent auscultation (IA) to assess uterine activity,nurses should be aware that:

• A)The examiner's hand should be placed over the fundus before,during,and after contractions.
• B)The frequency and duration of contractions is measured in seconds for consistency.
• C)Contraction intensity is given a judgment number of 1 to 7 by the nurse and client together.
• D)The resting tone between contractions is described as either placid or turbulent.

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