Comprehensive Nursing Birth Techniques, Lamaze, Therapy, Specimen Collection, Sleep, Nutrition Exam Questions And Answers Practice Questions with Solutions Newest | Already Graded A+

Comprehensive Nursing Birth Techniques, Lamaze, Therapy, Specimen Collection, Sleep, Nutrition Exam Questions And Answers Practice Questions with Solutions Newest | Already Graded A+ Birth Massage & Comfort Techniques - Answer- Massage pressure depends on the laboring person's comfort. Useful tools include tennis balls (for lower back/hips) and hollow rolling pins filled with ice. Effleurage - Answer- Light pressure over the body using a flat hand. Feathering - Answer- A sub-category of effleurage performed only with fingertips. Counter-pressure - Answer- Firm pressure applied to the sacrum or lower back during contractions to alleviate back labor pain. Hydration after Massage - Answer- Clients should drink at least 16 ounces of water after a massage. The Lamaze Method - Answer- Birth is considered normal and natural. The goal is to increase confidence and provide coping strategies (breathing, focal points, movement). Lamaze Course Structure - Answer- Typically 12 hours of instruction, starting around the 7th month of pregnancy. Breathing Techniques in Lamaze - Answer- Patterned breathing (e.g., slow deep breaths, 'hee-hee-hoo' patterns) to distract from pain and oxygenate the body. Imagery in Lamaze - Answer- 'Special place' imagery to focus on positive feelings. Progressive Relaxation - Answer- Recognizing and releasing tension in specific muscle groups. Active Labor - Answer- Defined as starting when the cervix is dilated to 4 cm. Heat Therapy - Answer- Works by improving circulation and blood flow. Types of Heat Therapy - Answer- Dry heat (heating pads) and Moist heat (steamed towels, hot baths—more effective). Contraindications for Heat Therapy - Answer- Do not use on bruised, swollen, or open wounds. Avoid in patients with diabetes, vascular disease, or DVT. Cold Therapy (Cryotherapy) - Answer- Reduces blood flow to reduce inflammation, swelling, and nerve activity (pain relief). Cold Therapy Application - Answer- Use for 10-15 minutes; never exceed 20 minutes to avoid tissue damage. Never apply ice directly to the skin. Urine Collection (Catheterized) - Answer- Requires sterile equipment (catheter, gloves, specimen bottle). 24-Hour Urine Specimen - Answer- Requires a large sterile container with proper labeling. Can be collected via catheter or voided freely. Midstream Urine Collection - Answer- If the patient is voiding freely, instruct them to perform perineal washing first to ensure a 'clean catch.' Stool Collection Purpose - Answer- To detect parasites or monitor therapy progress. Equipment for Stool Collection - Answer- Bedpan, specimen bottle, and a wooden tongue depressor/spatula. Ice Bag Preparation - Answer- Fill the ice bag half full; expel air by resting the bag on a flat surface before sealing. Ice Bag Safety - Answer- Check the skin area with each application. Discontinue if skin becomes mottled, white, or discolored. Post-care for Ice Bags - Answer- Wash reusable bags with soap and water and drain them upside down to prevent sides from sticking. 24-Hour Sputum Specimen - Answer- Provide a labeled, clean, covered sputum cup. After 24 hours, send it to the lab with a request form.