Nursing Key Concepts and
Priorities 2026 Expert Verifed
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Shoulder Dystocia - ANSWER ✔✔Perform McRoberts maneuver and
apply suprapubic pressure.
Prolapsed Umbilical Cord - ANSWER ✔✔Elevate presenting part,
give O₂, prepare for emergency measures.
Late decelerations - ANSWER ✔✔Turn to lateral position, give
fluids/O₂.
, Variable decelerations - ANSWER ✔✔Often from cord
compression—reposition mother.
Preeclampsia/Severe Hypertension - ANSWER ✔✔Administer
magnesium sulfate as ordered.
Preterm Rupture of Membranes - ANSWER ✔✔Monitor for infection
(report temp ≥101 °F).
Placenta Previa - ANSWER ✔✔Painless bleeding → bed rest, IV
access, fetal monitoring, ultrasound.
Preterm Labor - ANSWER ✔✔Regular, painful contractions before 37
wks.
Gestational Hypertension/Preeclampsia - ANSWER ✔✔BP ≥140/90
after 20 wks; watch for headache, vision changes.
1st Trimester - ANSWER ✔✔hCG causes nausea/fatigue.
3rd Trimester - ANSWER ✔✔Frequent urination & SOB from uterine
pressure.
Heartburn - ANSWER ✔✔Eat small frequent meals.
Fatigue - ANSWER ✔✔Increase iron- and protein-rich foods.
Vegan pregnancy - ANSWER ✔✔Risk of vitamin B12 deficiency.