Question 1. A gravida 2, para 0 at 42 weeks’ gestation is admitted to the L&D suite for oxytocin induction of labor for post dates. The client’s
Question Answered step-by-step Question 1. A gravida 2, para 0 at 42 weeks’ gestation is admittedto the L&D suite for oxytocin induction of labor for post dates. The client’s cervix is favorable at 2 cm dilated, 70% effaced, and -1 station. Fetal presentation if vertex. Before oxytocin induction begins, the provider performs an amniotomy. -What are the nursing responsibilities before, during, and after this procedure? -What are the major side effects of oxytocin that the nurse must be alert to when managing induction of labor? -What primary interventions should the nurse take when noting a hyperstimulation pattern on the external fetal monitor?Question 2. A client who had been experiencing signs of preterm labor at 30 weeks’ gestation with successful suppression in the hospital is being discharged with preterm labor precautions. Her primary provider ordered terbutaline by mouth every 4 hours and for the client to remain on bed rest with bathroom privileges. -What side effects of terbutaline should the nurse teach the client prior to discharge? -What are two nursing diagnoses that would be appropriate for the client’s home care regimen for preterm labor suppression? Health Science Science Nursing NURSI 101 Share QuestionEmailCopy link Comments (0)
