Which statement correctly describes the nurse's responsibility related to electronic monitoring?
a. Teach the woman and her support person about the monitoring equipment and discuss any questions they have.
b. Report abnormal findings to the physician before initiating corrective actions.
c. Inform the support person that the nurse will be responsible for all comfort measures when the electronic equipment is in place.
d. Document the frequency, duration, and intensity of contractions measured by the external device.
A
Teaching is an essential part of the nurse's role.
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