SOLUTIONS, LESSON 3
1.
A multipara with relaxed pelvic or perineal floor muscles.
A multipara with usually strong, forceful contractions.
Inadequate warning of imminent birth due to absence of painful sensations during
labor. (para 3-3)
2.
MATERNAL
NEONATAL
Lacerations of the cervix,
Intracranial hemorrhage.
vagina, and/or perineum.
Aspiration of amniotic fluid.
Hemorrhaging originating from
lacerations/hematomas or the uterus.
Infection as a result of unsterile
delivery.
Infection as a result of unsterile delivery.
(paras 3-4a and b)
3.
Gloves.
Towel/cloth.
Bulb syringe.
Hemostats or cord clamps.
Scissors.
Dry blanket/towel. (para 3-5c)
4.
Paper, towel, blanket, or cord to place under patient's buttocks.
Ligating material such as string, yarn, or shoelaces to tie the cord.
A sharp instrument such as scissors, a knife, or razor to cut the cord.
A dry cloth to wrap infant after delivery. (para 3-5d)
5.
After delivery of the head. (paras 3-6d and e)
6.
Tight nuchal cord--clamp it twice and cut between the clamps.
Cord is loose, cannot be lifted over infant's head--slide the cord over the delivering
body. (paras 3-6g(2),(3))
7.
May cause bruising of a large surface area and may result in compromising
circulatory volume. (para 3-6k(5))
8.
To prevent heat loss. (para 3-6k(7))
9.
Every 10 to 15 minutes. (para 3-7c)
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