A Woman's Birthing Plan Includes Completing the Latent Phase of the First

question 3

Multiple Choice

A woman's birthing plan includes completing the latent phase of the first stage of labor at home.When should the nurse teach the woman to come in to the birthing unit?

• A) After 10 hours of mild contractions
• B) When contractions are 3 to 5 minutes apart
• C) When contractions are experienced in the back
• D) When strong contractions occur 2 to 3 minutes apart

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Definitions:

Bilateral Hearing Aids

Devices used to amplify sound in both ears for individuals with hearing loss.

Whistling Sound

A high-pitched sound, often produced by airflow turbulence, can indicate breathing difficulties or airway obstruction.

Nursing Action

Any measure or intervention carried out by a nurse to enhance patient care and improve health outcomes.

Sensorineural Hearing Loss

A type of hearing loss resulting from damage to the inner ear or auditory nerve pathways.