How does the pain of childbirth differ from other types of pain? ...

[MirandaLo]

How does the pain of childbirth differ from other types of pain? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Childbirth pain is part of a normal process.
  b. Childbirth pain seldom needs narcotic relief.
  c. Position changes relieve pain and facilitate delivery.
  d. Childbirth pain declines following birth.
  e. Childbirth pain is self-limited.

Question 2

What is the Dick-Read method of childbirth preparation based on?
 
  a. Mild sedation throughout labor
  b. Relaxation techniques
  c. Skin stimulation
  d. Deep massage

[mcomstock09]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, C, D, E
Childbirth pain differs from other types of pain because it is part of a normal, natural, and expected process, can be relieved by change of position, declines immediately following birth, and is self-limiting. Childbirth pain requires pharmacological management with narcotics in many cases.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The Dick-Read method depends on the use of relaxation techniques to reduce the discomforts of labor.