A Patient States That She Is Not Interested in Lamaze

question 10

Multiple Choice

A patient states that she is not interested in Lamaze classes because she is single and does not want to have natural childbirth. The nurse's best response would be:

• A) "Lamaze classes promise painless childbirth. If you learn their methods, your pain is minimal."
• B) "Lamaze classes can teach you relaxation methods and also the benefits and risks of pain-relief methods. This assists you in making the best decision for you."
• C) "You are very nervous. I think these classes would be best for you."
• D) "Lamaze classes are geared toward couples. You might want to find a different class."

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Definitions:

Margin of Safety

The difference between actual or projected sales and the break-even point, indicating the amount by which sales can drop before reaching a loss.

Break-even Point

The point at which total cost and total revenue are equal, resulting in neither profit nor loss.

Break-even Sales

The amount of revenue required to cover total costs, both fixed and variable, at which point a business neither makes a profit nor suffers a loss.

Variable Cost

Overheads that move in sync with the volume of manufacturing or sales, covering labor and material costs.