Exam 17: Maximizing Comfort for the Laboring Woman

A woman in labor is breathing into a mouthpiece just before the start of her regular contractions.As she inhales,a valve opens,and gas is released.She continues to inhale the gas slowly and deeply until the contraction starts to subside.When the inhalation stops,the valve closes.Which statement regarding this procedure is correct?

A laboring woman has received meperidine intravenously (IV),90 minutes before giving birth.Which medication should be available to reduce the postnatal effects of meperidine on the neonate?

While developing an intrapartum care plan for the client in early labor,which psychosocial factors would the nurse recognize upon the client's pain experience? (Select all that apply. )

The nurse should be aware of which important information regarding nerve block analgesia and anesthesia?

A woman who is pregnant for the first time is dilated 3 cm and having contractions every 5 minutes.She is groaning and perspiring excessively;she states that she did not attend childbirth classes.What is the optimal intervention for the nurse to provide initially?

Which alterations in the perception of pain by a laboring client should the nurse understand?

A client is in early labor,and her nurse is discussing the pain relief options she is considering.The client states that she wants an epidural "no matter what!" What is the nurse's best response?

A client is experiencing back labor and reports intense pain in her lower back.Which measure provided by the woman's labor coach would best support this woman in labor?