Practice Question
The nurse is performing Leopold's maneuver on a 39-week pregnant client. When palpating the fundus, the nurse feels a hard, round fetal part. What should the nurse conclude?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
The fetus is in a breech position
Rationale:
💠 A hard, round fetal part in the fundus indicates the fetal head, which confirms breech presentation.
💠 If the buttocks were in the fundus, the nurse would palpate a soft, irregular mass instead.
💠 Leopold’s maneuvers help determine fetal lie, presentation, and position to plan delivery.
💠 Breech position means the buttocks or feet are presenting first, increasing cesarean delivery risk.
💠 Continuous fetal monitoring is essential due to higher risk for cord prolapse or head entrapment.
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This question is from ☑️ W8NR327 EXAM 2 which contains 52 questions.
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Answer Choices:
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Answer Choices:
A. A client who conceived while taking oral contraception.
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C. A client who is 34 weeks pregnant with twins.
D. A client who delivered their last baby at 41 weeks.
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Answer Choices:
A. Cervical dilation
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Answer Choices:
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: Examplify Exam(s)
- Domain: Maternal-Child
- Answer Choices: 4