A primigravida at 39 weeks of gestation is observed for 2 hours in the intrapartum unit.The fetal heart rate 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 unchanged from admission.Membranes are intact.What action by the nurse is most appropriate?

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The situation describes a woman with normal assessments who is probably in false labor and will probably not deliver rapidly once true labor begins.There is no need to prepare her for a cesarean birth,admit her,or send her home with sedation.

A Primigravida at 39 Weeks of Gestation Is Observed for 2