A new patient to the clinic is 8 weeks pregnant with her second child. She asks the nurse about having a doula, since her husband is so nervous that he is no help. What will the nurse tell the patient about having a doula?
1. The doula will assist with pain medication.
2. The doula will be examining the patient periodically to see how labor is progressing.
3. The doula provides support and information, and is an advocate for the wishes of the patient and family.
4. The doula will be teaching breathing techniques and telling the patient when she can push.
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Rationale 1: The doula is not involved with the administration of medications.
Rationale 2: The doula does not examine the patient.
Rationale 3: The doula is there for support and comfort, and to answer questions from the family. She is an advocate for patient and her family.
Rationale 4: The doula does not teach breathing techniques or tell the patient when to push.
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