A primigravida at 39 weeks of gestation is observed for 2 hours in the intrapartum unit.The FHR has been normal.Contractions are 5 to 9 minutes apart,20 to 30 seconds in duration,and of mild intensity.Cervical dilation is 1 to 2 cm and uneffaced (unchanged from admission).Membranes are intact.What disposition would the nurse anticipate?

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This situation describes a woman with normal assessments who is probably in false labor and will likely not deliver rapidly once true labor begins.No further assessments or observations are indicated; therefore,the client will be discharged along with instructions to return when contractions increase in intensity and frequency.Neither a cesarean birth nor a sedative is required at this time.

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