state gov AIIMS Nursing Officer (NORCET - 8) Mock Test 2025 Nursing Obstetric and Gynecology Nursing
A primigravida who is at 40 weeks gestation arrives at the birthing center with abdominal cramping and a bloody show. Her membranes ruptured 30 minutes before arrival. A vaginal examination reveals 1 cm dilation and the presenting part at −1 station. After obtaining the fetal heart rate and maternal vital signs, what should the nurse do next?
1
Teach the client how to push with each contraction.
2
Encourage the client to perform pattern-paced breathing.
3
Provide the client with comfort measures used for women in labor.
4
Prepare to have the client’s blood typed and crossmatched for a possible transfusion.