You know you need to assess the cervical dilation, effacement, station, presenting part, and verify the status of the membranes so you let the…

Question Answered step-by-step You know you need to assess the cervical dilation, effacement, station,presenting part, and verify the status of the membranes so you let the patient know, “a Sterile Vaginal Exam will let us see where your cervical dilation is.” The patient is hesitant, you reassure them they can let you know when they are ready and if they need you to stop at any time, you will, and you will do the exam in between contractions. They agree and you wait for the contraction to pass, invite them to let knees fall open and gently advance your fingers into the introitus to assess the cervix, the dilation, effacement, station, and status of the membranes. You document 5/90/-1/BOWI.  Given this information, please answer the following 2 questions1) How will you explain in plain language to your patient what their situation is, be sure to include the meaning of the exam 5/90/-1/BOWI.2) Write out your SBAR that you will give to the attending Certified Nurse Midwife?   Health Science Science Nursing NURSING OB 210 Share QuestionEmailCopy link Comments (0)