Intrapartum pain management

Question 1

Nonpharmacologic Pain Management:

Answer 1

Sacral pressure refers to firm pressure against the lower back to relieve some of the pain of back labor.
Hyperventilates: Measures to combat hyperventilation include breathing into cupped hands or a paper bag or holding breath for a few seconds
Gate Control: Massage is a technique that stimulates large-diameter fibers and “closes the gate.” (skin stimulation or thermal stimulation)

Question 2

Nursing Dx

Answer 2

Pain related to uterine contractions

Question 3

Pharmacologic Pain Management