Fentanyl (Sublimaze) is being given IV to a client in active…
Fentanyl (Sublimaze) is being given IV to a client in active labor. 1) The usual dose, 2) Time of peak effect, 3) Duration of effect, and 4) What can be used for an antidote if there is a serious maternal side effect such as respiratory depression?
Read DetailsThe third step of Leopold’s maneuvers as described in Varney…
The third step of Leopold’s maneuvers as described in Varney is determining what fetal part is presenting at the pelvis. This information is helpful to the midwife conducting a complete assessment of a women presenting to the labor unit because it:
Read DetailsAfter a spontaneous vaginal birth and placental expulsion, y…
After a spontaneous vaginal birth and placental expulsion, you notice a steady stream of free flowing blood from the vagina which you consider excessive. You judge that you can handle this yourself without medical consultation at this point. What is your first action step?
Read Details