The laboring client participated in childbirth preparation classes that strongly discouraged the use of medications and intervention during labor. The client has been pushing for two hours, and is exhausted. The provider requests that a vacuum extractor be used to facilitate the birth. The client first states that she wants the birth to be normal, then allows the vacuum extraction. Following this, what should the nurse assess the client for after the birth?

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The client initially expressed a desire for a "normal" birth without intervention, but ultimately gave in to the use of a vacuum extractor. It is possible that the client may feel a sense of disappointment or failure that the birth did not go as planned. The nurse should assess the client for any negative emotions or feelings and provide support and reassurance. Option A is unlikely as exhaustion and the use of medical intervention do not typically lead to feelings of elation and talkativeness. Options C and D are unrelated to the situation and not relevant to assess for after the birth.

The Laboring Client Participated in Childbirth Preparation Classes That Strongly