Free NCLEX RN Questions on Health Promotion and Maintenance Nursing Practice Question
The nurse is caring for a client with a precipitous labor. What information should the nurse provide to the client regarding this type of labor?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Precipitous labor is defined as labor that lasts 3 hours or less for the entire labor and delivery. It usually has an abrupt rather than a gradual onset. Induction, particularly with an oxytocic agent, is contraindicated because of the enhanced stimulatory effects on the uterine muscle and an increased risk for fetal hypoxia.