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NCLEX-RN

Category - Health Promotion

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A pregnant client asks the nurse about the difference between the non stress test and contraction stress test. The nurse’s best response is:
  1. “The non stress test evaluates the fetal heart rate in response to fetal movements, whereas the contraction stress test determines the ability of the fetus to tolerate labor.”
  2. “The contraction stress test is only performed once the non stress test is determined normal.”
  3. “The nipples are stimulated during the non stress test, whereas oxytocin (Pitocin) is administered during contraction stress test.”
  4. “The non stress test cannot assess placental function and oxygenation, whereas the contraction stress test can.”
Explanation
Answer: A - Both the non stress test and contraction stress are used to assess placental function and oxygenation. Oxytocin administration and nipple stimulation are done during the contraction stress test. The contraction stress test is done if the non stress test is abnormal.
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