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karateprodigy · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

Regardless of the method of childbirth preparation, most childbirth classes:

1. Present ways of alleviating fear.
2. Teach imagery for relaxation.
3. Use patterned, paced breathing techniques.
4. Present the benefits of epidural anesthesia.

Question 2

The nurse assesses her patient to have mild anxiety concerning the birth process. The patient states that she is not interested in Lamaze classes because she is single and does not want to have natural childbirth. The nurse's best response would be:

1. Lamaze classes promise painless childbirth. If you learn their methods, your pain is minimal.
2. Lamaze classes can teach you relaxation methods and also the benefits and risks of pain-relief methods. This assists you in making the best decision for you.
3. You are very nervous. I think these classes would be best for you.
4. Lamaze classes are geared toward couples. You might want to find a different class.

elyse44 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1
Rationale 1: The overall goal of prenatal classes is to decrease fear through increasing knowledge and teaching participants skills to help cope with labor. These skills include various relaxation methods and breathing techniques.
Rationale 2: Not all classes teach imagery.
Rationale 3: Not all classes use patterned, paced breathing.
Rationale 4: Many couples will be able to avoid an epidural by using the techniques they learned in classes.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: This choice is inappropriate because even with Lamaze, there could be some pain.
Rationale 2: Lamaze teaches relaxation methods by utilizing patterned breathing. Those who are able to use the method require little if any anesthesia during delivery. The other choices are inappropriate.
Rationale 3: Telling a patient that she is nervous is not a reason to take the class. It would be better to encourage the patient to take the class so she will be knowledgeable on the birth experience and it could reduce any anxiety she may have about the experience.
Rationale 4: Lamaze classes are geared toward teaching about the breathing and relaxation during childbirth and often have single parents or non-couple participants.