A Frustrated Patient in Labor Has Been Affected by Decreased

question 20

Multiple Choice

A frustrated patient in labor has been affected by decreased uterine muscle tone and reports,"My doctor won't induce my labor because of some silly score.He said I was a 4.What kind of magic number do I need?" What is the lowest Bishop score the patient should have prior to induction?

• A) 6
• B) 8
• C) 10
• D) 12

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Definitions:

Hypnotic Suggestion

A method used in hypnosis to influence behavior, emotions, or physiological states by delivering specific suggestions to the subconscious mind.

Nonhypnotic Suggestion

Influence or guidance provided without the use of hypnosis, often in therapy or personal development contexts, to encourage positive change or behavior.

Pain Reduction

The alleviation or decrease in levels of discomfort or pain.

CAM

Complementary and Alternative Medicine, a group of diverse medical and health care systems, practices, and products that are not presently considered to be part of conventional medicine.