Question

A client is in active labor when the membranes rupture. The client tells the nurse, I am afraid of having a 'dry labor. Which response by the nurse is best?

a) A dry labor is a common concern, but your amniotic fluid will continue to replenish itself.
b) Dry labor is not a term we use. Let's discuss any concerns you have about the delivery process.
c) Don't worry; the amniotic fluid won't run out, and your baby will still be well-protected.
d) Dry labor is a rare occurrence, and we have measures to address it if it happens.

Answer 1

The best response to a client's fear of having a 'dry labor' after their membranes rupture is to reassure them that the amniotic fluid won't run out and the baby will still be well-protected.

Step-by-step explanation:

The best response by the nurse would be option c) "Don't worry; the amniotic fluid won't run out, and your baby will still be well-protected."

When the amniotic membranes rupture during labor, it is common for pregnant individuals to have concerns about the amniotic fluid running out and having a 'dry labor'. However, the amniotic fluid is continuously being replenished through the baby swallowing and 'exhaling' and through urination. The fluid is essential for protecting the baby and allowing it to move freely in the uterus.

Therefore, the nurse's response reassures the client that the amniotic fluid won't run out and that the baby will still be well-protected, addressing the client's fear.