assessment the nurse note that the fetus is developing fetal distress. Immediately the nurse place the mother to which best position to relieve compression of the vena cava and to promote venous return. A. Dorsal Recumbent position B. Turn mother to the left side and elevate the legs C. Turn the mother to the right side and flex the leg D. Supine position

assessment the nurse note that the fetus is developing fetal distress. Immediately the nurse place the mother to which best position to relieve compression of the vena cava and to promote venous return. A. Dorsal Recumbent position B. Turn mother to the left side and elevate the legs C. Turn the mother to the right side and flex the leg D. Supine position

Comprehensive Medical Assisting: Administrative and Clinical Competencies (MindTap Course List)

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ISBN:9781305964792

Author:Wilburta Q. Lindh, Carol D. Tamparo, Barbara M. Dahl, Julie Morris, Cindy Correa

Publisher:Wilburta Q. Lindh, Carol D. Tamparo, Barbara M. Dahl, Julie Morris, Cindy Correa

Chapter22: The Patient History And Documentation

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