A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving oxytocin to augment labor. The nurse notes recurrent variable decelerations...Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Recurrent variable decelerations during labor can indicate umbilical cord compression, which can result in fetal hypoxia and distress. Discontinuing the oxytocin infusion is the priority in this situation as oxytocin can cause or exacerbate uteroplacental insufficiency leading to fetal distress. By discontinuing the oxytocin, the nurse can help improve fetal oxygenation and alleviate the variable decelerations. After stopping the oxytocin infusion, the nurse should continue to monitor the fetal heart rate pattern and follow the healthcare provider's orders for further management if needed.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct statement about the three layers juries, and parents are concerned about the long-term of involuntary smooth muscles of the uterus is that they are designed to provide expansion of the growing fetus. The three layers of the uterus, consisting of the perimetrium, myometrium, and endometrium, play essential roles during pregnancy. The myometrium, which is the middle layer of the uterus, contains involuntary smooth muscle fibers that contract during labor to help expel the fetus. These muscles are designed to expand and contract to accommodate the growing fetus during pregnancy and aid in the birthing process.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Having the mother stroke the infant's mouth with her nipple so the infant will turn toward the mother's breast for feeding is the correct technique when assisting a mother in learning how to breastfeed her newborn. This technique helps stimulate the baby's rooting reflex, which is a natural reflex babies have to turn their head and open their mouth when their cheek is stroked.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The second stage of pathophysiology in an amniotic fluid embolism characterized by deep vein thrombosis on anticoagulant therapy after giving birth involves the risk of hemorrhage. Anticoagulant therapies such as heparin increase the risk of bleeding since they inhibit the blood's ability to clot effectively. This means that in the event of an injury or surgery, there is a higher likelihood of excessive bleeding. Therefore, it is crucial to monitor for signs of hemorrhage such as bruising, bleeding gums, blood in urine or stool, and low blood pressure. Intervention to manage bleeding may include reducing the dosage of the anticoagulant, administering blood products, and implementing pressure or surgical interventions as necessary.

Correct Answer: A

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