A nurse is conducting a class on the Lamaze method of childbirth. Which core values does this nurse plan to teach? (Select all that apply.)
A.
A woman's ability to give birth can be diminished by the care provider.
B.
Conscious breathing is the main coping strategy in Lamaze.
C.
Lamaze birthing is medication free and epidurals are not given.
D.
The birth coach is only present to provide comfort to the laboring woman.
E.
Women are capable of and have the wisdom to give birth.
ANS: A, B, E
The woman's innate ability to give birth, the use of conscious breathing as the main coping strategy, and the fact that the woman's confidence and ability to give birth can be either enhanced or diminished by the care provider and place of birth are some of the core concepts of the Lamaze method. Lamaze educators provide information on pain control and stress that each woman needs to make the decision about pain management that is best for her. Birth partners are taught to assess the woman for hyperventilation during the transition period of labor.
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