Multiple Choice
A woman in the transition phase of labor requests a narcotic analgesic medication for pain relief.What should the nurse explain regarding giving a narcotic analgesic medication at this stage of labor?
A) It can cause medication given at later stages to be ineffective.
B) It will have no complications for the mother or infant.
C) It may result in respiratory depression to the newborn.
D) It will speed up labor and increase pain.
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