When entering the second phase of labor, a patient tells the nurse that the pain is severe and is unsure if pain medication should be used. Which nursing diagnosis should the nurse use to guide the care of the patient at this time?
A) Pain related to labor contractions
B) Powerlessness related to the duration and intensity of labor
C) Decision conflict related to the use of analgesia during labor
D) Anxiety related to lack of knowledge about normal labor processes
C
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The patient is in conflict regarding whether or not to use pain medication during labor at this time. This is an example of decisional conflict. The patient's need is much more than experiencing pain during labor contractions. There is no enough information to support that the patient is experiencing powerlessness. The patient is not demonstrating anxiety related to the labor process.
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