A pregnant client experiences a precipitous delivery.
The nursing action during a precipitous delivery is to:
A . Control the delivery by guiding expulsion of fetus
B . Leave the room to call the physician
C . Push against the perineum to stop delivery
D . Cross client’s legs tightly
Answer: A
Explanation:
(A) Controlling the rapid delivery will reduce the risk of fetal injury and perineal lacerations.
(B) The nurse should always remain with a client experiencing a precipitous delivery.
(C) Pushing against the perineum may cause fetal distress.
(D) Crossing of legs may cause fetal distress and does not stop the delivery process.