When instructing the woman in early labor, the nurse teaches her ...

[stevenposner]

When instructing the woman in early labor, the nurse teaches her that an important aspect of proper breathing technique is
 
  a. Breathing no more than three times the normal rate
  b. Beginning and ending with a cleansing breath
  c. Holding the breath no longer than 10 seconds
  d. Adhering exactly to the techniques as they were taught

Question 2

What is the first type of breathing technique used in labor?
 
  a. Slow-paced
  b. Modified-paced
  c. Patterned-paced
  d. Pant-blow

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Answer to Question 1

B
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A It is important to prevent hyperventilation; however, the cleansing breaths are the
most important aspect of the breathing techniques.
B The cleansing breath helps the woman clear her mind to focus on relaxing and
signals the coach that the contraction is beginning or ending.
C The woman should hold her breath for no more than 6 to 8 seconds.
D The woman needs to be flexible and change her breathing techniques as needed
to keep her comfortable.

Answer to Question 2

A
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A Breathing for the first stage of labor consists of a cleansing breath and various
breathing techniques known as paced breathing. The first type used in labor is
the slow-paced.
B Modified-paced breathing is used when the slow-paced breathing is no longer
effective.
C Patterned-paced breathing is used later in the labor and has the woman focusing
on a pattern of breathing.
D Pant-blow breathing can be used to prevent pushing before the cervix is
completely dilated.

[stevenposner]

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[jxjsniuniu]

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