Lawrence and Ethel Jenkins Are Expecting Their First Child

question 5

Multiple Choice

Lawrence and Ethel Jenkins are expecting their first child.When the nurse encourages Mr.Lawrence to accompany his wife to the delivery room,he is reluctant to do so.The nurse should

• A) Respect his wishes and not make him feel guilty.
• B) Explain the benefits of his presence in the delivery room.
• C) Ask his wife to have him accompany her to the delivery room.
• D) Encourage him to accompany his wife along with her mother to the delivery room.

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