Practice Question
A nurse is caring for a client who is in the first stage of labor and is using pattern-paced breathing. The client says she feels lightheaded and her fingers are tingling. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Assist the client to breathe into a paper bag.
Rationale:
🔴 Pattern-paced breathing can lead to hyperventilation, causing respiratory alkalosis with symptoms like tingling and dizziness.
🔴 Breathing into a paper bag allows the client to re-inhale carbon dioxide, correcting the imbalance.
🔴 This restores acid-base equilibrium and resolves symptoms rapidly.
🔴 Nurses should recognize signs of hyperventilation early and avoid instructing clients to breathe faster.
🔴 This simple intervention is safe, fast, and effective.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Maternal & Newborn Care
- Answer Choices: 4