On admission to the labor unit, a primigravid woman at 38 weeks gestation states, “I need to urinate more now but at least I can breathe easier.” The nurse is aware that this is likely due to which physiological process?

On admission to the labor unit, a primigravid woman at 38 weeks gestation states, “I need to urinate more now but at least I can breathe easier.” The nurse is aware that this is likely due to which physiological process?

A fetus is positioned in the occiput anterior position. The nurse determines that the fetus is positioned in which way?

A fetus is in the occiput anterior position. During the cardinal movement of extension, which events are occurring? Select all that apply.

A patient admitted to the labor unit asks the nurse to discuss the episiotomy procedure with her. Which is true regarding episiotomy?