The nurse is teaching a class to prenatal clients about the ...

[dalyningkenk]

The nurse is teaching a class to prenatal clients about the benefits of a doula. Which statement by a client demonstrates the need for further teaching?
 
  1. The doula will deliver the baby.
  2. The doula will assist with the birth.
  3. The doula will provide guidance and encouragement.
  4. The doula will attend to my comfort needs.

Question 2

A woman who has an average body mass index (BMI) should be expected to gain how much weight during her pregnancy?
 
  a. More than 15 pounds c. 28 to 40 pounds
  b. 15 to 25 pounds d. 25 to 35 pounds

[tkempin]

Answer to Question 1

1
Rationale:
1. The doula is trained to assist with births, but she does not deliver the baby.
2. The doula is trained to assist with births, but she does not deliver the baby.
3. The doula offers guidance and encouragement and attends to the many comfort needs of the laboring mother and her family.
4. The doula offers guidance and encouragement and attends to the many comfort needs of the laboring mother and her family.

Answer to Question 2

D
A woman with an average BMI should be expected to gain 25 to 35 pounds during pregnancy.