Which statement is true about the physiologic effects of pain in labor?
a. It usually results in a more rapid labor.
b. It is considered to be a normal occurrence.
c. It may result in decreased placental perfusion.
d. It has no effect on the outcome of labor.
C
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A Excessive pain may prolong the labor due to increase anxiety in the woman.
B Pain is considered normal for labor. However, excessive pain may be an
indication of other problems and must be assessed.
C When experiencing excessive pain, the woman may react with a stress response
that diverts blood flow from the uterus and the fetus.
D It may affect the outcome of the labor depending on the cause and the effect on
the woman.
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