During labor, the patient screams at her husband to get out of her sight. What would be the most appropriate action for the nurse?
a. Ask the husband to leave the room
b. Assure the husband that such behavior is normal
c. Remind the patient that the husband wants to help
d. Change the patient's position
ANS: B
During labor the patient frequently becomes angry and outspoken. It is a normal occurrence, but the husband needs to be reassured that such behavior is normal.
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