The Position of Labor

Question 1

Position: Position of women who is in labor. The client should change positions frequently…why? (3)

Answer 1

1) Increase comfort
2) Relieve fatigue
3) Promote circulation

Question 2

Positioning during second state is determined by? (3)

Answer 2

1) Maternal preference
2) Provider preference
3) Condition of mother and fetus

Question 3

Positioning: GRAVITY can aid in fetal decent in what positions? (4)

Answer 3

1) Upright
2) Sitting
3) Kneeling
4) Squatting

(ATI 121)