Question

Which action should be initiated to limit hypovolemic shock when uterine inversion occurs?

a. Administer oxygen at 31 L/min by nasal cannula.
b. Administer an oxytocic drug by intravenous push.
c. Monitor fetal heart rate every 5 minutes.
d. Restore circulating blood volume by increasing the intravenous infusion rate.

Answer 1

In the case of uterine inversion, the priority action to limit hypovolemic shock is to restore circulating blood volume by increasing the intravenous infusion rate.

Step-by-step explanation:

When uterine inversion occurs, the priority action to limit hypovolemic shock is to restore circulating blood volume by increasing the intravenous infusion rate. Hypovolemic shock is characterized by a rapid, almost tachycardic heart rate, weak pulse, cool and clammy skin, rapid shallow breathing, hypothermia, thirst, and dry mouth. Providing intravenous fluids to restore the patient's blood volume is necessary in hypovolemic shock to prevent further complications.