A nurse is assisting a client who is in labor and does not have enough time to get to the healthcare facility for delivery. What is the role of the nurse in assisting an emergency delivery?
A) Attempt to postpone delivery as much as possible.
B) Cut the umbilical cord after delivery of newborn.
C) Have the mother hold the newborn and initiate breastfeeding.
D) Examine for retained placental tissue and lacerations.
C
Feedback:
The nurse should have the mother hold the newborn and initiate breastfeeding because this immediately helps the uterus to contract and prevents maternal hemorrhage. The nurse should never attempt to delay delivery because this can cause great damage to the woman and fetus. Cutting the cord is inadvisable until the services of the birth attendant are available. The mother will be examined for retained placental tissue, lacerations, and other complications later when she receives medical assistance.
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