A Woman in the Active Phase of the First Stage

question 7

Multiple Choice

A woman in the active phase of the first stage of labor is using a shallow pattern of breathing, which is about twice the normal adult breathing rate. She starts to complain about feeling lightheaded and dizzy and states that her fingers are tingling. The nurse should:

• A) Notify the woman's physician.
• B) Tell the woman to slow the pace of her breathing.
• C) Administer oxygen via a mask or nasal cannula.
• D) Help her breathe into a paper bag.

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Definitions:

Parotid Glands

Salivary glands located on either side of the mouth and in front of both ears, responsible for producing saliva to facilitate digestion.

Contagious Febrile Disease

Infectious disease characterized by fever and can spread from person to person.

Delayed Absorption

Refers to a slower rate of a drug or nutrient entering the bloodstream after administration or consumption, potentially due to formulation, bodily functions, or interactions.

Muscular Tissue

A type of body tissue made up of fibers that contract to produce movement.