A labor client has brought in with her a picture of her two ...

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A labor client has brought in with her a picture of her two children and asks the nurse to place it on the wall so that she can look at it during labor contractions. This is an example of:
 
  a. focal point.
  b. distraction.
  c. effleurage.
  d. relaxation.

Question 2

Which statement is true with regard to the type of pain associated with childbirth experience?
 
  a. Pain is constant throughout the labor experience.
  b. Labor pain during childbirth is considered to be an abnormal response.
  c. Pain associated with childbirth is self-limiting.
  d. Pain associated with childbirth does not allow for adequate preparation.

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
The use of a focal point (image and/or point reference in the labor room) is an example of nonpharmacologic pain control during labor. The image of the client's children is not serving as a method of distraction. Effleurage is the use of massage techniques to minimize pain perception. The image of the client's children is not serving as a method of relaxation.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
The pain associated with childbirth is self-limiting in that it typically stops once the child is delivered. Pain is intermittent during the labor experience. Labor pain is considered to be a normal response during childbirth. Pregnant woman can prepare for the expected pain of childbirth by taking prepared childbirth classes and using relaxation techniques during the course of labor.