The nurse is providing a conference on nonpharmacological pain ...

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The nurse is providing a conference on nonpharmacological pain control methods. What major advantages of nonpharmacological pain control methods will the nurse include in the presentation? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. They sedate the mother.
  b. They do not slow labor.
  c. They do not dull the excitement of the birth experience.
  d. They do not have the potential to cause allergic reactions.
  e. They do not have to be delayed until labor is well established.

Question 2

Which are nonpharmacological forms of pain relief? (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Skin stimulation
  b. Diversion and distraction
  c. Breathing techniques
  d. Exercise
  e. Yoga

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B, C, D, E
All the options mentioned are benefits of nonpharmacological pain control methods with the exception of sedating the mother.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, C
Skin stimulation, diversion and distraction, and breathing techniques are the bases of nonpharmacological pain control. Although exercise and practices such as yoga and Pilates are beneficial, they are not means of pain control.