A nurse is caring for a client who is in labor and receiving electronic fetal monitoring. The nurse is reviewing the monitor tracing and notes early decelerations. Which of the following should the nurse expect?

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A. Early decelerations are typically benign and occur due to head compression during

contractions. They mirror the uterine contraction pattern and are not usually associated with fetal compromise.

B. Fetal hypoxia is not typically associated with early decelerations, as they are considered a normal response to head compression during labor.

C. Abruptio placentae refers to the premature separation of the placenta from the uterine wall and is not directly related to early decelerations.

D. Postmaturity refers to a pregnancy that extends beyond 42 weeks gestation and is not directly related to early decelerations.

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A. "Your PICC line will allow long-term access for antibiotic therapy." - PICC lines are often used for long-term administration of medications, including antibiotics, due to their durability and ease of use.

B. "You should use a 5-milliliter barrel syringe to flush your PICC line at home." - The size of the syringe used to flush a PICC line depends on the facility's protocol and the client's specific

needs. Specific instructions regarding syringe size should be provided by the healthcare provider or nurse.

C. "Your PICC line must be placed in your nondominant arm." - The choice of arm for PICC line placement depends on various factors, including vein integrity and the client's comfort. There is no strict requirement for the PICC line to be placed in the nondominant arm.

D. "You should immobilize the arm with the PICC line using a sling." - Immobilizing the arm with a sling is not typically necessary after PICC line placement. Clients are usually instructed to avoid excessive movement and to keep the arm clean and dry to prevent complications.