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Question 1 of 5

A woman in labor begins to experience a sudden increase in vaginal bleeding and the fetal heart rate decelerates. What is the likely cause of these symptoms?

A. Placenta previa

B. Placental abruption

C. Uterine rupture

D. Cervical laceration

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Placental abruption

Question 2 of 5

A nurse is preparing a laboring person for a cesarean birth. What is the priority action before the procedure?

A. ensure informed consent is signed

B. administer preoperative medication

C. administer IV fluids

D. administer a sedative

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: administer IV fluids

Question 3 of 5

At what point in prenatal development do the lungs begin to produce surfactant?

A. 17 weeks

B. 20 weeks

C. 25 weeks

D. 30 weeks

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: 25 weeks

Question 4 of 5

What is the primary purpose of performing a vaginal examination during labor?

A. to assess cervical dilation and effacement

B. to assess fetal well-being and progress of labor

C. to identify fetal distress

D. to assess fetal descent and station

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: to assess fetal well-being and progress of labor

Question 5 of 5

The nurse is caring for a pregnant patient at 36 weeks gestation who reports sudden, severe headache and blurred vision. What is the nurse's priority action?

A. Administer pain medication as prescribed to relieve the headache.

B. Monitor the patient's blood pressure and check for signs of preeclampsia.

C. Encourage the patient to rest and drink plenty of fluids.

D. Schedule a follow-up appointment with the healthcare provider for further evaluation.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Monitor the patient's blood pressure and check for signs of preeclampsia.

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