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FOR ITEMS 16 THROUGH 27. The following statements/phrases may be true or false.
Indicate the correct answer by circling the "T" for true and "F" for false.
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16.
Preterm labor is not interrupted
T
F
the fetus is already dead.
17.
The amniotic fluid is frequently thin
T
F
in post term pregnancy, therefore, tracheal
suctioning immediately at delivery is not
performed.
18.
An enema may be used to stimulate
T
F
contractions if the patient is ready
to deliver.
19.
Most oversized babies are girls.
T
F
20.
A Cesarean section is performed if an
T
F
oversized fetus fails to descend.
21.
A possible prolapsed cord is considered
T
F
a possible complication during labor
and delivery of multiple births.
22.
Only on physician and on nurse should
T
F
be notified to assist in multiple births.
23.
The physician sutures the episiotomy
T
F
(incision) after delivery of the fetus.
24.
A Cesarean section is classified as
T
F
major surgery.
25.
Forceps delivery aids in shortening the
T
F
second stage in dystocia.
26.
The fetal head must be engaged for forceps
T
F
delivery.
27.
Midforceps delivery is an easy forceps
T
F
delivery.
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