A Primigravida Is Admitted to the Labor Unit with Contractions

question 1

Multiple Choice

A primigravida is admitted to the labor unit with contractions every 7-8 minutes. She is 3 cm dilated, 70% effaced, and at 0 station. She is very anxious, is having difficulty coping with contractions, and states that she did not attend prenatal classes. Which of the following would be the most effective nursing intervention?

• A)Instruct the patient in abdominal breathing and progressive relaxation.
• B)Instruct the patient in patterned, paced breathing and touch relaxation.
• C)Instruct the patient in pelvic tilt and pelvic rock exercises.
• D)Call the physician and request a sedative.