The nurse expects which step next when the doctor says the vertex of the infant is. presenting? a. Have the client hold her breath to stop pushing so the doctor can turn the baby around b. Have the client do a knee chest position to move the cord from around the neck c. Prepare for an emergency cesarean section. d. Continue to support the couple in the labor process .

The nurse expects which step next when the doctor says the vertex of the infant is. presenting? a. Have the client hold her breath to stop pushing so the doctor can turn the baby around b. Have the client do a knee chest position to move the cord from around the neck c. Prepare for an emergency cesarean section. d. Continue to support the couple in the labor process .

Complete Textbook Of Phlebotomy

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ISBN:9781337464314

Author:Hoeltke

Publisher:Hoeltke

Chapter8: Caring For The Pediatric Patient

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