The nurse is sitting with a patient in labor who practices meditation. The nurse understands from this that:
1. The patient is very religious, and is practicing her religion.
2. The patient tries to let all thoughts fade away and listen receptively in a state of not knowing.
3. The patient is in a state of intense, focused concentration used to create compelling mental images.
4. The patient relaxes and focuses on a positive or soothing scene.
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Rationale 1: Meditation has no correlation with religion. Many persons use meditation to relax.
Rationale 2: This is correct for meditation. One tries to get rid of all thoughts and listen receptively.
Rationale 3: Attaining a state of focused concentration to create compelling mental images is the practice of guided imagery.
Rationale 4: Focusing on a positive or soothing scene is the practice of visualization.
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