A Primigravida Is Admitted to the Labor Unit with Contractions

question 14

Multiple Choice

A primigravida is admitted to the labor unit with contractions every 7-8 minutes. She is 3 cm dilated, 70% effaced, and at 0 station. She is very anxious, is having difficulty coping with contractions, and states that she did not attend prenatal classes. What is the most effective nursing intervention?

• A) Instruct the patient in abdominal breathing and progressive relaxation.
• B) Instruct the patient in patterned, paced breathing and touch relaxation.
• C) Instruct the patient in pelvic tilt and pelvic rock exercises.
• D) Call the physician and request a sedative.

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