Question

Which of the following statements are correct concerning the nurse's role in the context of pregnancy and delivery process?

Select all that apply.
a. The nurse helps the patient and partner choose between natural childbirth or analgesia/anesthesia.
b. Nurses must have a master's degree to conduct prenatal classes.
c. Sibling classes are controversial and may cause more harm than good.
d. Midwives have a reputation for being culturally sensitive.
e. The movement toward home birth began with a nurse midwife in attendance began in the 1950s.

Answer 1

The nurse provides support in choosing childbirth methods, conducting prenatal classes without the need of a master's degree, and facilitating culturally sensitive care as midwives. The nurse's role in labor is evidenced by actions such as administering pitocin, which induces labor when natural progress has stalled, as it can be necessary in overdue pregnancies.

Step-by-step explanation:

Regarding the nurse's role in pregnancy and the delivery process, the following statements can be clarified:

The nurse can provide information and support to the patient and partner to make an informed decision between natural childbirth or the use of analgesia/anesthesia, but ultimately, the choice is the patient's.Nurses do not necessarily need a master's degree to conduct prenatal classes, as registered nurses with proper training and credentials can perform this role.Sibling classes are designed to prepare soon-to-be siblings for the arrival of a new baby; whether they are beneficial or harmful can depend on individual circumstances and how they are conducted.Midwives are often recognized for their culturally sensitive care, which has been beneficial in a variety of birthing practices and settings.The movement toward home births with nurse midwives in attendance indeed saw a rise around the 1950s, as part of a broader shift towards more natural childbirth practices.

While answering questions related to the delivery process, we should consider the three stages of childbirth: cervical dilation, the birth of the baby, and the delivery of the afterbirth. An IV infusion of pitocin, as in Janine's scenario, is typically started to induce labor when progress in natural labor has stagnated, and this can be necessary when a pregnancy extends beyond the expected term.