A client is in the first stage of labor. Which position would facilitate the progress of labor?

What is the indication of the use of misoprostal for the client?

What is the most appropriate initial treatment for variable decelerations?

A primigravida arrived in the labor and delivery unit with rupture of membranes. The initial vaginal exam was 2 centimeters dilated, 40% effaced, and -3 station. Contractions are every 1 to 4 minutes, lasting 60 seconds, and mild.  The next vaginal exam, 3 hours later, showed no cervical changes. The provider orders oxytocin for augmentation.  When assessing the patient, the nurse with the understanding the indication for and the action of oxytocin should expect to note which of the following. With the understanding of the indication for and action of the medication, which of the following would indicate that oxytocin is effective?  Select all that apply.

After several strong contractions, a client complains of feeling dizzy. What is the most likely causing the dizziness?

A woman is brought to the hospital in active labor by her partner. She is brought by wheelchair to the birthing unit and greeted by her nurse. What is the nurse’s first priority in admitting the woman?

A woman is receiving IV magnesium sulfate infusion at 2gms/hr to stop premature labor. Which of the following nursing assessments are signs of magnesium toxicity? Select all that apply.

Case Study Andrea, 30 year old female, is seen in the office for an annual gynecology visit.  She states that she and her husband, Todd, want to start a family this year.  She has no significant health history.  She has an IUD implanted for birth control and dysmenorrhea.  Choose 4 answers that require management during the preconception stage.

A woman is pregnant for the first time. On her prenatal assessment you should refer to her as a

A nurse is caring for a client who is 32 weeks’ pregnant and being monitored in the antepartum unit for gestational hypertension.  The client suddenly complains of continuous abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding.  Which nursing interventions are a priority? Select all that apply.