When instructing the woman in early labor, the nurse teaches her that an important aspect of proper breathing technique is
a. Breathing no more than three times the normal rate
b. Beginning and ending with a cleansing breath
c. Holding the breath no longer than 10 seconds
d. Adhering exactly to the techniques as they were taught
B
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A It is important to prevent hyperventilation; however, the cleansing breaths are the
most important aspect of the breathing techniques.
B The cleansing breath helps the woman clear her mind to focus on relaxing and
signals the coach that the contraction is beginning or ending.
C The woman should hold her breath for no more than 6 to 8 seconds.
D The woman needs to be flexible and change her breathing techniques as needed
to keep her comfortable.
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