Childbirth (code 3) Flashcards
1
Q
Determining if delivery is imminent is done by asking what 6 question’s?
A
- due date
- any other pregnancies
- prenatal care /
expected complications - water break / bloody show
- timing of contractions
- urge to relieve bowels
2
Q
1st thing to visualize is______?
A
Check for crowning
3
Q
Using sterile technique prepare___?
A
Delivery equipment
4
Q
As head appears apply gentle pressure to head avoiding ____?
A
Pressure on the fontaneles
5
Q
Suction _____?
A
- Mouth
2. Nose
6
Q
What 2 cord intervention my occur when checking ____?
A
- Attempt to loosen & slip around neck
2. If too tight rapidly clamp cord in 2 places & cut
7
Q
Assist delivery of _____?
A
Shoulders & torso
8
Q
Once newborn is delivered rapidly ____?
A
Stimulate, dry & warm newborn
9
Q
If newborn isn’t crying or turning pink w/ in 30 seconds you should __?
A
Begin low flow O2
10
Q
If baby doesn’t begin breathing or has a resp. rate < 30 you should ___?
A
Begin BVM ventilations
11
Q
If pulse is < 60 begin ___?
A
Chest compressions
