Pathophysiology
What this means clinically
RPN in maternity Use SI units and mmHg BP as shown. You quantify blood loss, assess tone, trend vitals, communicate in clear SBAR style to RN/NP/physician, and execute controlled acts only within your provincial scope. Magnesium and oxytocin safety are high-yield collaboration topics. Connect OB emergency cues & escalation (REx-PN, to bedside cues you will reassess first: vitals trends, work of breathing, perfusion, mentation, and pain or ischemic equivalents when relevant. Boards reward recognizing when subtle instability outweighs reassurance, then selecting nursing actions that protect airway, circulation, and neurologic status before routine tasks.