When reading a new client's birth plan, the nurse notices that the client will be bringing a doula to the hospital during labor. What does the nurse think that this means?
a. The client will have her grandmother as a support person.
b. The client will bring a paid, trained labor support person with her during labor.
c. The client will have a special video she will play during labor to assist with relaxation.
d. The client will have a bag that contains all the approved equipment that may help with the labor process.
ANS: B
A doula is a trained labor support person who is employed by the mother to provide labor support. She gives physical support such as massage, helps with relaxation, and provides emotional support and advocacy throughout labor. A doula is usually not a relative of the woman. A doula is a trained labor support person.
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