What is an essential part of nursing care for the laboring woman?
a. Helping the woman manage the pain
b. Eliminating the pain associated with labor
c. Sharing personal experiences regarding labor and delivery to decrease her anxiety
d. Feeling comfortable with the predictable nature of intrapartum care
ANS: A
Helping a woman manage the pain is an essential part of nursing care because pain is an expected part of normal labor and cannot be fully relieved. Decreasing anxiety is important; however, managing pain is a top priority. The labor nurse should consistently deliver care based on the standard of care related to the maternity patient. Because of the unpredictable nature of labor, the nurse should always be alert for unanticipated events.
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