Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 91%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A nurse is caring for a client who is in the first stage of labor and is using pattern-paced breathing.Which of the following actions should the nurse take if the client's fingers are tingling?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Tucking the chin to the chest reduces hyperventilation, which causes tingling due to low carbon dioxide levels.