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D. H. states that she is feeling discomfort and asks you whether there is alternative therapy available before taking medications. List at least four alternative methods to assist D. H. with controlling her discomfort.

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Discontinue the oxytocin infusion.

Turn D.H. onto her left side and elevate her legs.

Increase the rate of the maintenance IV fluids.

Administer oxygen at 8-10 L/min by facemask.

Decelerations occur in an early, variable, or late pattern. What is the significance of these

patterns? State what the nurse should do for each type.

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and what can happen to the fetus if this occurs.

What would be done if you noted that D.H. had a prolapsed cord?

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more room for the infant to emerge and delivers a male infant.

What is involved in the immediate care of the newborn?

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D.H. has her episiotomy repaired and the placenta delivered. What are the signs that the

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What assessments are important for D.H. following delivery?

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