A Primipara Client Asks About Possible Support Options for Her

question 25

Multiple Choice

A primipara client asks about possible support options for her during the labor process. She is apprehensive that her family members will not be prepared to assist her during this time. Which option would be most effective for this client?

• A) Reassure the client that the labor and birth staff consists of highly trained nurses who are well educated to take care of laboring clients, so that should be sufficient.
• B) Encourage the client to take prepared childbirth classes with her husband because that should provide the best support by a family member.
• C) Provide information to the client about obtaining a doula during the labor process.
• D) Tell the client that this is a normal feeling based on fear of the unknown and that it will subside once she starts the labor process.

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