Which comfort measure should the nurse use to assist the laboring woman to relax?
a. Keep the room lights lit so that the patient and her coach can see everything.
b. Offer warm, wet cloths to use on the patient's face and neck.
c. Palpate her filling bladder every 15 minutes.
d. Recommend frequent position changes.
D
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A Soft, indirect lighting is more soothing than irritating bright lights.
B Women in labor become hot and perspire. Cool cloths are much better
C A full bladder intensifies labor pain. The bladder should be emptied every 2
hours.
D Frequent maternal position changes reduce the discomfort from constant pressure
and promote fetal descent.
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