Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 88%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
Client is to undergo an amniotomyA nurse is caring for a client who is to undergo an amniotomy. Which of the following is the priority nursing action following this procedure?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Assessing fetal heart rate is the priority post-amniotomy to detect complications like cord compression or infection that could affect fetal well-being.