A woman is in the early latent phase of labor and is frustrated by the length of time this stage is taking.What action by the nurse is best?
A) Administer 100% oxygen by face mask.
B) Encourage frequent position changes or walking.
C) Have the woman rest between contractions.
D) Place the woman in a left side-lying position.

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Frequent position changes and walking are beneficial in helping to promote the descent of the fetus during labor.The nurse should encourage the woman to try several positions (squatting,leaning over a piece of furniture,hands and knees position)and walking to try to enhance the progression of her labor.The other actions are not warranted.

A Woman Is in the Early Latent Phase of Labor