Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 73%
Simulated
The nurse is performing effleurage for a primigravid client in early labor. The nurse should do which of the following?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Effleurage is a light, stroking massage of the skin surface (often the abdomen) to promote relaxation and pain relief during labor. Deep kneading, grasping, or prolonged pressure describe other massage techniques not specific to effleurage.