Pain Management in Labor Flashcards
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What common epidural side effect should childbirth educators discuss with clients?
Answer: Maternal hypotension requiring IV fluids and position changes
Maternal hypotension is the most common epidural side effect, managed by IV fluid preloading and lateral positioning to maintain uteroplacental blood flow.
How does aromatherapy contribute to labor pain management according to evidence?
Answer: Certain scents reduce anxiety and perceived pain intensity through the limbic system
Evidence suggests aromatherapy using scents like lavender can reduce anxiety, which lowers the perception of pain intensity through limbic system activation.
What is the purpose of a birthing ball during labor?
Answer: To encourage movement, pelvic mobility, and comfortable positions that ease labor pain
Sitting, rocking, or leaning on a birthing ball encourages pelvic mobility, promotes fetal descent, and provides positions that reduce back and pelvic pain.
What is the fear-tension-pain cycle and who described it?
Answer: The cycle where fear causes muscle tension which increases pain, described by Dr. Grantly Dick-Read
Dr. Grantly Dick-Read described the fear-tension-pain cycle, where fear of labor leads to tension that increases pain, which then reinforces fear — childbirth education aims to break this cycle.
What role does continuous labor support play in pain management during birth?
Answer: Continuous support from a doula or support person reduces the likelihood of requesting pain medication and improves outcomes
Cochrane reviews consistently show that continuous one-on-one support during labor reduces pain medication use, cesarean rates, and improves maternal satisfaction.
What is acupressure and which point is commonly used for labor pain relief?
Answer: Applying firm pressure to specific body points; the SP6 point on the inner ankle is commonly used
Acupressure uses firm finger pressure on specific points; the SP6 (Spleen 6) point on the inner ankle is frequently used in labor to reduce pain and support contractions.
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