AWHONN Module 6 Exam (100% Correct) Questions And Answers
A dermatome is an area of skin supplied by a single spinal nerve. Assessment of dermatome level helps establish sympathetic and motor levels of the neuraxial b
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AWHONN Module 6 Exam (100% Correct) Questions And Answers
A dermatome is an area of skin supplied by a single spinal nerve. Assessment of dermatome level helps establish sympathetic and motor levels of the neuraxial blockade caused by anesthesia. The RN knows that a woman is recovering from neuraxial anesthesia when
ANSWER: she can lift both legs off of the bed.
A primary and routine role of the circulating registered nurse during a cesarean birth includes
ANSWER: performing needle and sponge counts with the scrub person
Althea arrived at the obstetric unit for a labor evaluation at 39 weeks gestation. She reports decreased fetal movement for the past 24 hours. Her biophysical profile is 2/8. The decision is made to perform a cesarean delivery. The most common reason for a cesarean birth is
ANSWER: failure to progress or abnormal fetal heart patterns.
A G1P1 woman delivered by cesarean is now in the recovery room. She received Duramorph via intrathecal catheter. On review of orders before transfer to the postpartum unit, the nurse notes one entry that needs clarification by the physician. Which order is the source of the nurse's concern?
ANSWER: Monitor respirations every 6 hours for 24 hours.
Which of the following best describes the respiratory status assessment performed in the PACU?
ANSWER: Inspection, auscultation, and oxygen saturation
Which of the following is recommended thromboprophylaxis for all women having a cesarean birth?
ANSWER: Placement of pneumatic compression devices
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