For which client should the oxytocin (Pitocin) infusion be discontinued immediately?
a. Joan, in active labor with contractions every 3 minutes lasting 60 seconds each
b. Mary, in transition with contractions every 2 minutes lasting 90 seconds each
c. Nancy, in active labor with contractions every 2 to 3 minutes lasting 70 to 80 seconds each
d. Amy, in early labor with contractions every 5 minutes lasting 40 seconds each
B
Mary's contraction pattern represents hyperstimulation, and there is inadequate resting time between contractions to allow for placental perfusion.
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What is the current name of the agency that serves as an important source of funding for nursing research?
a. NIH b. National Institute of Nursing Research c. National Center for Nursing Research d. National Nursing Research Agenda
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A) Use of oral contraceptives for 5 years B) Ovarian cyst 2 years ago C) Recurrent pelvic infections D) Heavy, irregular menses
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