Asked by Allyssa Winegar on May 22, 2024
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A woman is in labor and refuses to receive any sort of anesthesia medication. Which alternative treatment is best for this patient?
A) Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS)
B) Herbal supplements with analgesic effects
C) Pudendal block (regional anesthesia)
D) Relaxation and guided imagery
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation
A method of pain relief involving the use of a device that sends electrical impulses through the skin to nerves to modify pain perception.
Anesthesia Medication
Drugs used to induce anesthesia, causing either partial or total loss of sensation, used during surgical procedures to prevent pain.
Guided Imagery
A relaxation and mental visualization technique where individuals are guided by a therapist to imagine peaceful and calming images or scenarios.
- Comprehend the diverse non-drug approaches to pain management and their suitable uses.
- Discern the contribution of psychological, cultural, and personal variables in the apprehension and governance of pain.
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Holly MoroneyMay 27, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
In the case of a patient in labor, relaxation with guided imagery is often an effective supplement for pain management because it provides women with a sense of control over their pain. Relaxation and guided imagery can be used during any phase of health or illness. TENS units are typically used to manage postsurgical and procedural pain. Herbal supplements need to be evaluated for safety during pregnancy. Additionally, some patients consider herbal supplements to be another form of medication, and they are not typically used to control acute pain. A pudendal block is a type of regional anesthesia (injection or infusion of local anesthetics to block a group of sensory nerve fibers); use of it does not respect the patient's wishes for nonpharmacological pain control.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the diverse non-drug approaches to pain management and their suitable uses.
- Discern the contribution of psychological, cultural, and personal variables in the apprehension and governance of pain.