Usually, the family is advised to arrive at the birth setting at the beginning of the active phase of labor or when which of the following occur? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected
Select all that apply. 1. Rupture of membranes (ROM)
2. Increased fetal movement
3. Decreased fetal movement
4. Any vaginal bleeding
5. Regular, frequent uterine contractions (UCs)
1, 3, 4, 5
Explanation: 1. The family is advised to arrive at the birth setting at the beginning of the active phase of labor or when the membranes rupture.
3. The family is advised to arrive at the birth setting at the beginning of the active phase of labor or when there is decreased fetal movement.
4. The family is advised to arrive at the birth setting at the beginning of the active phase of labor or when there is any vaginal bleeding.
5. The family is advised to arrive at the birth setting at the beginning of the active phase of labor or when there are regular, frequent uterine contractions.
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