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Maternity Ch 7-8 CCC PN105

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Types of classes   gestational diabetes; early pregnancy; exercise; infant care; breastfeeding; sibling; grandparent; adolescent; refresher; cesarean; VBAC  
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Ideally, preparing for childbirth begins ____   before conception  
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Basic class content   pregnancy changes; fetal development; prenatal care; hazardous substances; nutrition; discomforts; exercise; work; labor/delivery coping  
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How childbirth pain is different   Part of normal birth process; several months to prepare; self-limiting and rapidly declines  
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pain threshold   pain perception; failry constant; least amount of sensation that a person perceives as painful  
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pain tolerance   amount of apin one is willing to endure; can change under different conditions  
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primary nursing responsibility regarding childbirth pain   modify as many factors as possible so that the woman can better tolerate labor  
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sources of labor pain   dilation and stretching of cervix; reduced uterine blood supply during contractions (ischemia); pressure of fetus on pelvis; stretching of vagina and perineum  
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Gate control theory   how pain impulses reach the brain for interpretation; pain is transmitted through small nerve fibers, stimulation of large nerve fibers temporarily interferes with pain conduction through small fibers and "closes the gate"  
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gate control theory techniques   stroking or massage; palm and fingertip pressure; heat and cold applications (gripping cool bedrail); foot rubbing; pressure;  
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endorphins   natural body substances similar to morphine; increase during pregnancy and peak during labor  
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why can laboring women often tolerate more pain than usual   increased endorphins and concern for infant's well-being  
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maternal condition during labor   cervical readiness (dilation and effacement); size and shape of pelvis; labor intensity; fatigue  
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how does labor intensity effect labor   short, intense labor is often more painful than gradual birth process  
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how does fatigue effect labor   reduces pain tolerance and ability to use coping skills  
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what are common interruptors of sleep during pregnancy   active fetus, frequent urination, shortness of breath why lying down  
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effect of fetus in abnormal presentation   applies uneven pressure to cervis resulting in less effective effacement and dilation, prolonging labor and delivery  
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fetal occiput in posterior pelvic quadrant pushing again mother's sacrum results in ___   persistent and poorly relieved back pain, often longer labor  
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interventions that may add to labor pain   IV lines, continuous fetal monitoring, anmniotomy, vaginal exams  
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advantages of nonpharmacological pain management   do not harm mother or fetus, do not slow labor if provide adequate pain control, no risk of allergy or adverse effects  
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types of nonpharmacological pain management   Dick-Read method; Bradley method; Lamaze method; relaxation techniques; skin stimulation; positioning; diverstion and distraction; breathing  
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importance of nonpharmacological pain management   most medication do not eliminate pain and additional methods to manage remaining discomfort are needed  
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Dick-Read method   education and relazation techniques interrupt the fear of childbirth cycle reducing labor pain  
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Bradley method   "husband-coached method"; emphasizes slow abdominal breathing and relaxation techniques  
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Lamaze method   "psychoprophylactic method"; mental techniques that condition woman to respond to contractions with relaxation rather than tension; uses mental and breathing techniques to occupy mind  
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Lamaze techniques   breathing should be no slower than half of baseline respiratory rate and no faster than twice the baseline rate  
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method that is the basis of most childbirth preparation classes in US   Lamaze method  
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relaxation techiniques   require concentration thereby occupying the mind while reducing muscle tension; used in both pharmacological and nonpharmacological pain maagement  
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types of skin stimulation   effleurage, sacral pressure, thermal stimulation  
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effleurage   stimulates the large nerve fibers that inhibit painful stimuli traveling through small nerve fibers; storking abdomen in circular pattern; tracing figure 8 on bed  
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sacral pressure   firm pressure against the lower back; helps with back labor  
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thermal stimulation   heat applied with warm blanket or glove filled with warm water; warm shower; cool cloth on face  
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positioning   frequent changing of position relieves muscle fatigue and strain and promotes labor  
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types of diversion and distraction techniques   focal point, imagery, music, television  
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types of breathing techniques   slow-paced, modified paced, patterned pace  
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technique to use for first-stage breathing   do not use until needed; selected pattern begins and ends with cleansing breath  
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cleansing breath   deep inspiration and expiration, similar to deep sigh  
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slow paced breathing   beginning of first state breathing; slow breathing like during sleep; half the usual respiratory rate  
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modified paced breathing   more rapid and shallow breaths, more more than twice usual rate  
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nursing considerations during modified pace breathing   hyperventilation; watch for dizziness, tingling, numbness around mouth, spasms in fingers and feet; blurred vision  
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patterned paced breathing   "pant-blow" or "hee-hoo" breathing; rapid breaths punctuated with intermittent slight blow - constant and/or stairstep patterns used  
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constant patterned pace breathing   pant-pant-pant-blow; pant-pant-pant-blow; etc  
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stairstep patterned pace breating   pant-blow; pant-pant-blow; pant-pant-pant-blow; etc  
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second stage breathing   used when time to push; cleansing breath, deep breath, and push while exhaling to count of 10; blows out, deep breath, and pushes again while exhaling  
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do not interfere if woman is   successfully using a safe, nonpharmacologic pain control technique  
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measures to correct hyperventilation   slow breathing while exhaling; breathe into cupped hands; moist washcloth over mouth and mose while breathing; hold breath for few seconds before exhaling  
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in using analgesia and anesthesia, the pregnant woman is at higher risk for hypoxia due to   pressure of enlarging uterus on diaphragm  
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in using analgesia and anesthesia, the pregnant woman is at higher risk for vomiting and aspiration due to   sluggish GI tract  
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in using analgesia and anesthesia, the pregnant woman is at higher risk for aortocaval compression due to   hypotension and development of shock  
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limitations of pharmacologic pain management   effect and impact on fetus must be considered  
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advantages of pharmacologic pain management   allows mother to be more comfortable and relaxed; increased relaxation aids in ability to participate in care  
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types of pharmacologic pain management   narcotic (opiod) analgesic; narcotic antagonist; adjunctive drugs  
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most common type of labor analgesia in US   systemic opiods (narcotic analgesics)  
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in using narcotic analgesics _____   avoided if birth expected with 1 hr; only small doses given to prevent fetal respiratory depression  
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narcotic antagonist   reverses respiratory depression, usually in infant, caused by opiod drugs (not effective for other causes)  
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type of narcotic antagonist   Narcan (naloxone)  
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adjunctive drugs   enhance pain-relieving action of analgesic and reduce nausea  
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types of adjunctive drugs   Vistoril, Phenergan  
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regional analgesics and anesthetics   placement of an anesthetic in the epidural or subarachnoid space of spinal cord  
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epidural block   provides analgesia and allows woman to ambulate with assistance; must have good blood counts; give 500mL Ringers solution immediately prior; constantly infused or intermittently repeated  
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regional anesthetics block _____   sensation to varying degrees, depending on type of block used, quantity of medication, and drugs injected  
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subarachnoid (spinal) block   "one shot" block; provides analgesia but prevents ambulation; does not place catheter for reinjection; not used for vaginal births  
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types of regional anesthetics   local infiltration; pudendal block, epidural block; subarachnoid (spinal) block  
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types of analgesics given right before delivery, do not help with contraction pain   local infiltration and pudendal block  
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adverse effects of epidural   maternal hypotension and urinary retention (palpate bladder q2h)  
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adverse effects of subarachnoid (spinal)   maternal hypotension and urinary retention (palate bladder q2h); postspinal headache due to spinal fluid loss  
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treatment of spinal headache   bed rest, analgesics, oral and IV fluids; blood patch if necessary  
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uses for general anesthesia   emergency cesarean; cesarean birth in woman who refuses or has contraindication to epidural or subarachnoid block; always presume mother has fullo stomach  
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general anesthesia adverse maternal effects   reguritation with aspiration; chemical injury to lungs; aspiration pneumonia  
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general anesthesia adverse neonate effects   respiratory depression is main risk  
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nurse role in pharmacoloic techniques   begins at admission; question about allergies to food and drugs; pain relief preferences; observe for hypotension if block is given  
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if pain relief drugs are given _______   keep side rails up for safety  
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amnioinfusion   injection of warmed sterile saline or lactated Ringers solution into uterus via intrauterine pressure catheter during labor after membranes have ruptured  
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indications for amnioinfustion   oligohydramnios (lower than normal amniotic fluid); umbilical cord compression; to reduce recurrent variable decelerations of fetal heart rate; to dilute meconium stained amniotic fluid  
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purpose of amnioinfusion   to replace the cusion for the umbilical cord and relive variable decelerations of the fetal heart rate during contractions with decreased amniotic fluid  
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nursing considerations during amnioinfusion   continuous monitoring of uterine activity and fetal heart rate (not below 110 or above 160); change underpands on bed as needed; document color, amount and odor from expelled fluid  
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amniotomy   artificial rutpure of amniotic sac (AROM) by using a sterile sharp instrument to stimulate contractions  
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effects of amniotomy   stimulates prostaglandin secretion which stimulates labor but can result in umbilical cord compression  
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amniotomy technique   disposable plastic hook is passed through cervix and amniotic sac is snagged to create hole to release fluid  
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complications of amniotomy (or from spontaneous rupture SROM)   prolapsed cord; infection; abruptio placentae  
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cord prolapse   umbilical cord slips downward with the gush of amniotic fluid  
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infection from amniotomy   membranes no longer block vaginal organisms from entering uterus; delivery must be within certain time frame  
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amniotomy and abruptio placentae   more likely to occur if uterus is overdistended with amniotic fluid prior to rupture of membranes  
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nursing considerations of amniotomy   observe for complications; record fetal heart rate for minimum 1 min; color, odor, amount of fluid; remp taken q2-4h; change underpads often to prevent growth of microorganisms  
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cloudy, yellow, or malodorous fluid   suggests infection  
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green fluid   fetus passed first meconium; associated with fetal compromise and distress  
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induction of labor   intentional initiation of labor before it begins naturally  
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augmentation of labor   stimulation of contractions after they have begun naturally  
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considerations prior to induction   fetal maturity and status of cervix  
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Bishop score   used to assess status of cervix in determining its response to induction; 6+ is favorable  
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nursing considerations during labor induction   continuous monitoring of uterine activity and fetal heart rate  
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indications to induce labor   hypertension, ruptured membranes, uterine infection, worsening medical problems, fetal problems, placental insufficiency, fetal death  
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contraindications to labor induction   placenta previa, cord prolapse, abnormal fetal presentation, high station of fetus, active herpes infection, abnormal size/structure of pelvis, previous classic cesarean incision  
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pharmacological methods to stimulate contractions   cervical ripening, oxytocin administration  
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cervical ripening (Cervidil)   prostaglandin gel softens the cervix prior to induction; after insertion woman remains on bed rest 1-2h and uterine contractions monitored to watch for uterine hyperstimulation  
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uterine hyperstimulation   contractions longer than 90s, more than 5 contractions in 10m  
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oxytocin administration   most common method of induction and augmentation; in diluted IV solution; begins at low rate and is adjusted up or down according to fetal response to labor; dose is individual to every woman  
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nonpharmacological methods to stimulate contractions   walking, nipple stimulation  
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walking to stimulate labor   stimulation of contractions, eases pressure of fetus on back, adds gravity to downward force of contractions  
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nipple stimulation to stimulate labor   causes posterior pituitary to naturally secrete oxytocin; pull/roll, brush with dry washcloth, water in whirlpool tyb/shower, suction with breast pump  
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augmentation complications   most common complication is overstimulation of contractions leading to fetal compromise and uterine rurpure; impairment of placental exchange; water intoxication  
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evidence of excessive uterine contractions   frequency greater than every 2m, duration longer than 90s, resting intervals shorter than 60s  
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nursing considerations during induced/augmented labor   signs and symptoms of increased uterine activity; monitor fetal heart rate every 15m during active labor and every 5m during transitional phase; monitor BP, pulse, respirations every 30-60m, temp q2-4h, intake and output  
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version   method of changing fetal presentation from breech to cephalic  
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version methods   external and internal, external is more common  
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risks and contraindications of version   fetus becoming entangled in cord and cord compression  
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external version technique   done after 37 eks but before labor; physican pushes fetal buttocks up out of pelvis while pushing fetal head down toward pelvis in clockwise/counterclockwise turn  
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internal version technique   emergency procedure usually performed to change position of twins for second twin birth  
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episiotomy   surgical enlargement of vagina during birth  
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laceration   uncontrolled tear of tissues that result in jagged wound  
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types of episiotomies   first, second, third, and fourth degree  
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first degree episiotomy   superficial vaginal mucosa or perineal skin  
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second degree episiotomy   vaginal mucosa, perineal skin, deeper tissues of perineum  
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third degree episiotomy   same as second but also involves anal sphincter  
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fourth degree episiotomy   extends through anal sphincter into rectal mucosa  
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third or fourth degree episotomy considerations   no enemas or suppositories; high fiber diet, stool softeners, and adequate fluids to prevent constipation  
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indications for episiotomy   better control over where and how much vaginal opening is enlarged; clean edge rather than ragged tear  
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episiotomy techniques   midline (median) and mediolateral  
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midline episiotomy   extends directly from lower vaginal border toward anus; heals easier and easier to repair  
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mediolateral episiotomy   extends from lower vaginal border toward mothers right or left  
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nursing care for episiotomy   cold packs for first 12h to reduce pain, bruisin, and edema; sitz bath to increase blood circulation for comfort and healing; dermaplast spray to cool area  
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forceps and vacuum extraction   provides traction and rotation to fetal head when mothers pushing efforts are insufficient to accomplids a safe deliver  
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forceps   instrument with curved blades that fit around fetal head without unduly compressing it  
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vacuum extractor   suction applied to fetal head so the physican can assist the mothers expulsive efforts  
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indications for use of forceps or vacuum   to end second stage labor if in best interest of mother or fetus; cervis must be fully dilated, membranes ruptured, bladder empty, and fetal head engaged at +2 station  
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risks of forceps or vacuum   trauma to maternal or fetal tissues is main risk; laceration or hematoma in vagina; vacuum causes harmless circular edema on fetal scalp  
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concern with forcep or vacuum marks on infant   reassure parents that marks are temporary and usually resolve without treatment  
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nursing care for forceps or vacuum   care is similar to episiotomy and perineal lacerations; infant head examined for lacerations, abrasions, bruising; infant facial asymmetry from forcep pressure  
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cesarean birth   surgical delivery of fetus through incisions in mothers abdomen and uterus  
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indications of cesarean birth   abnormal labor; inability of fetus to pass through pelvis; maternal conditions such as hypertension or diabetes; active herpes; previous uterine surgery; fetal compromise; placenta previa; abruptio placentae  
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maternal risks of cesarean birth   anesthesia; respiratory complications; hemorrhage; blood clots; urinary tract injury; delayed intestinal peristalsis; infection  
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newborn risks of cesarean birth   inadvertent preterm birth; respiratory problems; injury  
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cesarean births can be _________   planned, unplanned, or emergency  
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types of cesarean incisions   vertical or transverse skin incisions; low transverse, low vertical, or classic uterine incisions - uterine incision is most important  
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vertical skin incision   allows more room, done faster for emergencies  
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transverse skin incision (Pfannenstiel)   nearly invisible when healed; cannot always be used in obese women or for large fetus  
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low transverse uterine incision   preferred; not likey to rupture during another birth, causes less blood loss, easier to repair; VBAC possible  
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low vertical uterine incision   minimal blood loss and allows delivery of large fetus; more likely to rupture during another birth  
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classic uterine incision   rarely used; more blood loss and most likely to rupture during another pregnancy  
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cesarean sequence   spinal anesthetic given; mother scrubbed and draped; physician makes skin incision and then uterine incision and ruptures membranes; lift out fetal head or buttocks; infant mouth and nose are quickly suctioned; cord is clamped  
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nursing considerations for cesarean birth   mother needs greater emotional support due to grief, guild, or anger and change of expected outcome; feeling may resurface during another pregnancy  
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recovery room assessments for cesarean birth   vital signs to identify hemorrhage or shock; IV site and rate of solution flow; fundus (GENTLY!) for firmness, height, and midline position; dressing for drainage; lochia (bleeding) quantity, color, and clot presence; urine output from catheter  
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assessing uterus after cesarean important because __________   causes much discomfort, but can determine relaxed uterus that causes excessive blood loss  
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abnormal labor (dysfunctional labor)   does not progress  
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dystocia   difficult labor  
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four Ps of labor   abnormalities in Powers, Passengers, Passage, Psyche  
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risk factors in dysfunctional labor   advanced maternal age, obesity, overdistention of uterus, abnormal presentation, CPD, overstimulation of uterus, maternal fatigue/dehydration/fear, lack of analgesia  
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hypertonic labor dysfunction (Powers)   caused by frequent cramplike poorly coordinated contractions; increased muscle tone; during latent phase; painful but not productive; leads to reduced bloodflow to placenta  
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hypotonic labor dysfunction (Powers)   labor begins normally but diminishes during active phase; decreased muscle tone; more like to occur if overdistended; stretched muscle finbers have reduced ability to contract effectively  
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ineffective maternal pushing   may not understand proper technique  
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