A Laboring Patient in the Latent Phase Is Experiencing Uncoordinated,irregular

question 8

Multiple Choice

A laboring patient in the latent phase is experiencing uncoordinated,irregular contractions of low intensity.How should the nurse respond to complaints of constant cramping pain?

• A) "You are only 2 cm dilated, so you should rest and save your energy for when the contractions get stronger."
• B) "You must breathe more slowly and deeply so there is greater oxygen supply for your uterus. That will decrease the pain."
• C) "Let me take off the monitor belts and help you get into a more comfortable position."
• D) "I have notified the doctor that you are having a lot of discomfort. Let me rub your back and see if that helps."

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Definitions:

Occlusive Dressing

A type of medical dressing designed to create a total seal around a wound to maintain a moist healing environment and prevent air and contaminants from entering.

Chest Tube Removal

The process of safely taking out a tube that was inserted into the space around the lungs to remove air, blood, or fluids, often after surgery or injury.

Breath Sounds

The noises produced by the movement of air in the respiratory tract, which can be heard through a stethoscope and provide information about lung health.

Pleural Cavity

The thin fluid-filled space between the two layers of the pleura surrounding each lung, facilitating lung movement.