A primigravida is at term.
The nurse can recognize the second stage of labor by the client’s desire to:
A . Push during contractions
B . Hyperventilate during contractions
C . Walk between contractions
D . Relax during contractions
Answer: A
Explanation:
(A) The second stage of labor is characterized by uterine contractions, which cause the client to bear down.
(B) Slow, deep, rhythmic breathing facilitates the laboring process. Hyperventilation is abnormal breathing resulting from loss of pain control.
(C) The client should remain on bed rest during labor.
(D) Contractions result in discomfort.