Which assessment finding indicates uterine rupture?
a. Fetal tachycardia occurs.
b. The client becomes dyspneic.
c. Labor progresses unusually quickly.
d. Contractions abruptly stop during labor.
ANS: D
A large rupture of the uterus will disrupt its ability to contract. Fetal tachycardia is a sign of hypoxia. With a large rupture, the nurse should be alert for the earlier signs. Dyspnea is not an early sign of a rupture. Contractions will stop with a rupture.
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