Chapter 14 Study Guide

Question 1

What is the cervical ripening method?

Answer 1

Preparation of the cervix (given to clients with a low bishop score)

Question 2

What are some uses for oxytocin?

Answer 2

It can be used to induce labor, continue labor or control bleeding after delivery. It is administered through an infusion pump and piggy backed on the main IV line to the part closest to the client.

Question 3

What is effacement?

Answer 3

Shortening and thinning of cervix.

Question 4

The term that indicates that the largest diameter of the presenting part has passed through the inlet into the true pelvis is known as:

Answer 4

Engagement

Question 5

The most common type of female pelvis is the :

Answer 5

gynecoid

Question 6

The phase of labor that begins with the onset of regular, mild contractions is known as:

Answer 6

The latent phase

Question 7

The average length of the transition phase for a multigravida is:

Answer 7

One hour

Question 8

A type of prostaglandin, which is normally used for the treatment of peptic ulcer disease but may also be utilized for the induction of labor, is called:

Answer 8

Prepidil

Question 9

S/S of lightening:

Answer 9

• A feeling of being able to breathe more easily
• Edema of lower extremities
• Increased urinary frequency

Question 10

Decent, Flexion and expulsion are all:

Answer 10

Cardinal movements of labor

Question 11

What are the contraindications for labor induction?

Answer 11

• Placenta Previa
• Intraverse Fetal Lie
• Active Herpes Infection