The laboring client is being tended by her mother, older sisters, ...

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The laboring client is being tended by her mother, older sisters, and aunts. The husband of the client is not at the hospital. The most likely explanation for this, based on an understanding of the client's culture, is:
 
  A. The husband is angry at his wife.
   B. The client and her husband are not legally married.
   C. This is the indirect communication of this culture.
   D. Labor support is to be provided by adult women, not men.

Question 2

The nurse is planning a group session for clients who are beginning infertility evaluation. Which statements should be included in this session? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
 
  Select all that apply. 1. Infertility can be stressful for a marriage.
  2. The doctor will be able to tell why you have not conceived.
  3. Your insurance will pay for the infertility treatments.
  4. Keep communicating with one another through this process.
  5. Support organizations can be helpful to deal with the emotional issues associated with infertility.

[akemokai]

Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

1, 4, 5
Explanation: 1. Often an intact marriage will become stressed by the intrusive but necessary infertility procedures and treatments.
4. Communication is important; clients should communicate verbally and share feelings and support.
5. Referral to mental health professionals is helpful when the emotional issues become too disruptive in the couple's relationship or life. Couples should be made aware of infertility support and education organizations, which may help meet some of these needs and validate their feelings.

[Hungry!]

Excellent

[bblaney]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it