NCLEX Practice Questions Maternal Newborn

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A woman, gravida 5, para 4, is unable to get to the hospital because labor has progressed very rapidly. A nurse, who lives upstairs, comes down to assist her with the emergency home delivery. The nurse examines the woman and assesses that the perineum is bulging. What is the priority nursing measure at this time?

A. Encourage the woman to push during the contraction B. Place a clean sheet under the perineal area C. Accurately time the contractions D. Contact the physician by phone for instructions

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Placing a clean sheet ensures a sterile field, critical for safe delivery in an emergency setting.

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