A Pregnant Patient Asks the Nurse to Explain the Lamaze

A pregnant patient asks the nurse to explain the Lamaze philosophy of childbirth. What should the nurse include when responding to this patient's request? (Select all that apply.)

A) Labor should be induced.
B) Breathing patterns block pain sensations.
C) It is based on the gating control theory of pain relief.
D) Patients should be maintained on bed rest during labor.
E) Actions that are not medically necessary should be avoided.