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A nurse is caring for a client who is in labor and requests nonpharmacological pain relief measures.
Which of the following actions should the nurse take? (Select all that apply.).
aromatherapy can help the client relax and cope with the pain by stimulating the olfactory system and influencing the limbic system.
sacral counterpressure can relieve back pain caused by posterior fetal position by applying firm pressure on the sacrum during contractions.
nitrous oxide is a pharmacological method of pain relief that involves inhaling a mixture
effleurage is a form of light rhythmic stroking of the abdomen that can distract the client from the pain and increase endorphin production.
continuous labor support can reduce anxiety, fear, and stress, and enhance the client’s sense of control and confidence.
These are all nonpharmacological pain relief measures that the nurse can take for a client who is in labor.
• aromatherapy can help the client relax and cope with the pain by stimulating the olfactory system and influencing the limbic system.
• sacral counterpressure can relieve back pain caused by posterior fetal position by applying firm pressure on the sacrum during contractions.
• effleurage is a form of light rhythmic stroking of the abdomen that can distract the client from the pain and increase endorphin production.
• continuous labor support can reduce anxiety, fear, and stress, and enhance the client’s sense of control and confidence.
