The Client Has Been Pushing for Two Hours, and Is

question 21

Multiple Choice

The client has been pushing for two hours, and is exhausted. The fetal head is visible between contractions. The physician informs the client that a vacuum extractor could be used to facilitate the delivery. Which statement indicates that the client needs additional information about vacuum extraction assistance?

• A) "A small cup will be put onto the baby's head, and a gentle suction will be applied."
• B) "I can stop pushing and just rest if the vacuum extractor is used."
• C) "The baby's head might have a bruise from the vacuum cup."
• D) "The vacuum will be applied for a total of ten minutes or less."

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