Obstetrical Nursing – Intrapartum – NCLEX Quiz 2

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Obstetrical Nursing Intrapartum NCLEX Quiz 2 - Quiz

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1.

A nurse is reviewing the record of a client in the labor room and notes that the nurse midwife has documented that the fetus is at (-1) station. The nurse determines that the fetal presenting part is:
- A.
  
  1 cm above the ischial spine
- B.
  
  1 fingerbreadth below the symphysis pubis
- C.
  
  1 inch below the coccyx
- D.
  
  1 inch below the iliac crest
Correct Answer
A. 1 cm above the ischial spine

Explanation
Station is the relationship of the presenting part to an imaginary line drawn between the ischial spines. is measured in centimeters. and is noted as a negative number above the line and a positive number below the line. At -1 station. the fetal presenting part is 1 cm above the ischial spines.

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A pregnant client is admitted to the labor room. An assessment is performed. and the nurse notes that the client’s hemoglobin and hematocrit levels are low. indicating anemia. The nurse determines that the client is at risk for which of the following?
- A.
  
  A loud mouth
- B.
  
  Low self-esteem
- C.
  
  Hemorrhage
- D.
  
  Postpartum infections
Correct Answer
D. Postpartum infections

Explanation
Anemic women have a greater likelihood of cardiac decompensation during labor. postpartum infection. and poor wound healing. Anemia does not specifically present a risk for hemorrhage.

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A nurse assists in the vaginal delivery of a newborn infant. After the delivery. the nurse observes the umbilical cord lengthen and a spurt of blood from the vagina. The nurse documents these observations as signs of:
- A.
  
  Hematoma
- B.
  
  Placenta previa
- C.
  
  Uterine atony
- D.
  
  Placental separation
Correct Answer
D. Placental separation

Explanation
As the placenta separates. it settles downward into the lower uterine segment. The umbilical cord lengthens. and a sudden trickle or spurt of blood appears.

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A client arrives at a birthing center in active labor. Her membranes are still intact. and the nurse-midwife prepares to perform an amniotomy. A nurse who is assisting the nurse-midwife explains to the client that after this procedure. she will most likely have:
- A.
  
  Less pressure on her cervix
- B.
  
  Increased efficiency of contractions
- C.
  
  Decreased number of contractions
- D.
  
  The need for increased maternal blood pressure monitoring
Correct Answer
B. Increased efficiency of contractions

Explanation
Amniotomy can be used to induce labor when the condition of the cervix is favorable (ripe) or to augment labor if the process begins to slow. Rupturing of membranes allows the fetal head to contact the cervix more directly and may increase the efficiency of contractions.

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A nurse is monitoring a client in labor. The nurse suspects umbilical cord compression if which of the following is noted on the external monitor tracing during a contraction?
- A.
  
  Early decelerations
- B.
  
  Variable decelerations
- C.
  
  Late decelerations
- D.
  
  Short-term variability
Correct Answer
B. Variable decelerations

Explanation
Variable decelerations occur if the umbilical cord becomes compressed. thus reducing blood flow between the placenta and the fetus.Option A: Early decelerations result from pressure on the fetal head during a contraction.Option C: Late decelerations are an ominous pattern in labor because it suggests uteroplacental insufficiency during a contraction.Option D: Short-term variability refers to the beat-to-beat range in the fetal heart rate.

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A nurse explains the purpose of effleurage to a client in early labor. The nurse tells the client that effleurage is:
- A.
  
  A form of biofeedback to enhance bearing down efforts during delivery
- B.
  
  Light stroking of the abdomen to facilitate relaxation during labor and provide tactile stimulation to the fetus
- C.
  
  The application of pressure to the sacrum to relieve a backache
- D.
  
  Performed to stimulate uterine activity by contracting a specific muscle group while other parts of the body rest
Correct Answer
B. Light stroking of the abdomen to facilitate relaxation during labor and provide tactile stimulation to the fetus

Explanation
Effleurage is a specific type of cutaneous stimulation involving light stroking of the abdomen and is used before a transition to promote relaxation and relieve mild to moderate pain. Effleurage provides tactile stimulation to the fetus.

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A nurse is caring for a client in the second stage of labor. The client is experiencing uterine contractions every 2 minutes and cries out in pain with each contraction. The nurse recognizes this behavior as:
- A.
  
  Exhaustion
- B.
  
  Fear of losing control
- C.
  
  Involuntary grunting
- D.
  
  Valsalva’s maneuver
Correct Answer
B. Fear of losing control

Explanation
Pains. helplessness. panicking. and fear of losing control are possible behaviors in the 2nd stage of labor.

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A nurse is monitoring a client in labor who is receiving Pitocin and notes that the client is experiencing hypertonic uterine contractions. List in order of priority the actions that the nurse takes.
- A.
  
  Stop of Pitocin infusion
- B.
  
  Perform a vaginal examination
- C.
  
  Reposition the client
- D.
  
  Check the client’s blood pressure and heart rate
- E.
  
  Administer oxygen by face mask at 8 to 10 L/min
Correct Answer(s)
A. Stop of Pitocin infusion
B. Perform a vaginal examination
C. Reposition the client
D. Check the client’s blood pressure and heart rate
E. Administer oxygen by face mask at 8 to 10 L/min

Explanation
If uterine hypertonicity occurs. the nurse immediately will intervene to reduce uterine activity and increase fetal oxygenation. The nurse would stop the Pitocin infusion and increase the rate of the nonadditive solution. check maternal BP for hyper or hypotension. position the woman in a side-lying position. and administer oxygen by snug face mask at 8-10 L/min. The nurse then would attempt to determine the cause of the uterine hypertonicity and perform a vaginal exam to check for prolapsed cord.

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A nurse is assigned to care for a client with hypotonic uterine dysfunction and signs of a slowing labor. The nurse is reviewing the physician’s orders and would expect to note which of the following prescribed treatments for this condition?
- A.
  
  Medication that will provide sedation
- B.
  
  Increased hydration
- C.
  
  Oxytocin (Pitocin) infusion
- D.
  
  Administration of a tocolytic medication
Correct Answer
C. Oxytocin (Pitocin) infusion

Explanation
Therapeutic management for hypotonic uterine dysfunction includes oxytocin augmentation and amniotomy to stimulate a labor that slows.

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A nurse in the labor room is preparing to care for a client with hypertonic uterine dysfunction. The nurse is told that the client is experiencing uncoordinated contractions that are erratic in their frequency. duration. and intensity. The priority nursing intervention would be to:
- A.
  
  Monitor the Pitocin infusion closely
- B.
  
  Provide pain relief measures
- C.
  
  Prepare the client for an amniotomy
- D.
  
  Promote ambulation every 30 minutes
Correct Answer
B. Provide pain relief measures

Explanation
Management of hypertonic labor depends on the cause. Relief of pain is the primary intervention to promote a normal labor pattern.

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Obstetrical Nursing – Intrapartum – NCLEX Quiz 2

A nurse is reviewing the record of a client in the labor room and notes that the nurse midwife has documented that the fetus is at (-1) station. The nurse determines that the fetal presenting part is:

A pregnant client is admitted to the labor room. An assessment is performed. and the nurse notes that the client’s hemoglobin and hematocrit levels are low. indicating anemia. The nurse determines that the client is at risk for which of the following?

A nurse assists in the vaginal delivery of a newborn infant. After the delivery. the nurse observes the umbilical cord lengthen and a spurt of blood from the vagina. The nurse documents these observations as signs of:

A client arrives at a birthing center in active labor. Her membranes are still intact. and the nurse-midwife prepares to perform an amniotomy. A nurse who is assisting the nurse-midwife explains to the client that after this procedure. she will most likely have:

A nurse is monitoring a client in labor. The nurse suspects umbilical cord compression if which of the following is noted on the external monitor tracing during a contraction?

A nurse explains the purpose of effleurage to a client in early labor. The nurse tells the client that effleurage is:

A nurse is caring for a client in the second stage of labor. The client is experiencing uterine contractions every 2 minutes and cries out in pain with each contraction. The nurse recognizes this behavior as:

A nurse is monitoring a client in labor who is receiving Pitocin and notes that the client is experiencing hypertonic uterine contractions. List in order of priority the actions that the nurse takes.

A nurse is assigned to care for a client with hypotonic uterine dysfunction and signs of a slowing labor. The nurse is reviewing the physician’s orders and would expect to note which of the following prescribed treatments for this condition?

A nurse in the labor room is preparing to care for a client with hypertonic uterine dysfunction. The nurse is told that the client is experiencing uncoordinated contractions that are erratic in their frequency. duration. and intensity. The priority nursing intervention would be to: