Which of these factors is most likely to result in fetal hypoxia during a dysfunctional labor?
a. Incomplete uterine relaxation
b. Maternal fatigue and exhaustion
c. Maternal sedation with narcotics
d. Administration of tocolytic drugs
A
A high uterine resting tone, with inadequate relaxation between contractions, reduces maternal blood flow to the placenta and decreases fetal oxygen supply.
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Consistent with this client's disorder, the nurse believes the pain the client experiences is: 1. Fake. 2. Exaggerated. 3. Real. 4. For attention.
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When assessing a client's lateral flexion of the cervical spine, the nurse asks the client to:
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false