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itsmyluck · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

While developing an intrapartum care plan for the client in early labor, it is important that the nurse recognize that psychosocial factors may influence a woman's experience of pain. These include which of the following? Select all that apply.

a. Culture
b. Anxiety and fear
c. Previous experiences with pain
d. Preparation for childbirth
e. Support systems

Question 2

To assist a woman in regaining control of the urinary sphincter, the nurse should teach her to:

a. do Kegel exercises.
b. void every hour while awake.
c. allow the bladder to become distended before voiding.
d. drink 8 to 10 glasses of water each day.

gcook · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

A, B, C, D, E
Correct: A, B, C, D, E. Culture: a woman's sociocultural roots influence how she perceives, interprets, and responds to pain during childbirth. Some cultures encourage loud and vigor-ous expressions of pain, whereas others value self-control. The nurse should avoid praising some behaviors (stoicism) while belittling others (noisy expression). Anxiety and fear: extreme anxiety and fear magnify sensitivity to pain and impair a woman's ability to tolerate it. Anxiety and fear increase muscle tension in the pelvic area, which counters the expulsive forces of uterine contractions and pushing efforts. Previous experiences with pain: fear and withdrawal are a natural response to pain during labor. Learning about these normal sensa-tions ahead of time helps a woman suppress her natural reactions of fear regarding the im-pending birth. If a woman previously had a long and difficult labor, she is likely to be an-xious. She may also have learned ways to cope and may use these skills to adapt to the present labor experience. Preparation for childbirth: this does not ensure a pain-free labor. Preparation does reduce anxiety and fear. It also allows a woman to rehearse for labor. Sup-port systems: an anxious partner is less able to provide help and support to a woman during labor. A woman's family and friends can be an important source of support if they convey realistic and positive information about labor and delivery.

Answer to Question 2

A
Kegel exercises, tightening and relaxing the pubococcygeal muscle, will improve control of the urinary sphincter.