In addition to changing the mothers position to relieve cord pressure, the nurse may employ the following measure (s) in
Posted: Mon Aug 08, 2022 3:52 pm
In addition to changing the mothers position to relieve cord pressure, the nurse may employ the following measure (s) in the event that she observes the cord out of the vagina:
A. Immediately pour sterile saline on the cord, and repeat this every 15 minutes to prevent drying.
B. Cover the cord with a wet sponge.
C. Apply a cord clamp to the exposed cord, and cover with a sterile towel.
D. Keep the cord warm and moist by continuous applications of warm, sterile saline compresses.
A. Immediately pour sterile saline on the cord, and repeat this every 15 minutes to prevent drying.
B. Cover the cord with a wet sponge.
C. Apply a cord clamp to the exposed cord, and cover with a sterile towel.
D. Keep the cord warm and moist by continuous applications of warm, sterile saline compresses.