Which Should the Nurse Be Aware of with Regard to the Procedures

Which should the nurse be aware of with regard to the procedures and criteria for admitting a woman to the hospital labour unit?

A) She is not considered to be in true labour (according to the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act [EMTALA]) until a qualified health care provider says she is.
B) She can have only her male partner or predesignated doula with her at assessment.
C) Her weight gain is calculated to determine whether she is at greater risk for cephalopelvic disproportion and Caesarean birth.
D) The nurse should listen politely to the woman's previous birthing experiences but should keep in mind that each birth is a unique experience.