A client is in the late active phase of labor. Suddenly she tells the nurse she feels weak and dizzy. The nurse notes the drop in maternal B.P. and late decelerations of fetal heart rate. The initial action the nurse should be to:
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Increase the I. V. drip rate and notify the provider
2
Turn the client on side and administer oxygen
3
Assess for cord prolapse or vaginal bleeding
4
Prepare for immediate delivery