07 - MGMT OF PAIN DURING LABOR & BIRTH: Key Terms

Question 1

The injection of the Pt’s blood into the epidural space in order to seal a dural puncture, and prevent leakage of CSF

Answer 1

blood patch

Question 2

Method that includes the father as an integral part of labor; emphasizes slow abd breathing and relaxation techniques

Answer 2

Bradley method

Question 3

Bradley method was originally called ___

Answer 3

husband-coached childbirth

Question 4

Method that uses mental techniques that condition the woman to respond to contractions WITH RELAXATION, rather than tension

Answer 4

Lamaze method

Question 5

Each breathing pattern begins and ends with a __ __, which is deep inspiration and expiration (deep sigh)

Answer 5

cleansing breath

Question 6

Using the tips of the fingers to lightly stroke the abd in a patterned movement; a relaxation technique used to cope with the pain of active labor

Answer 6

effleurage

Question 7

A natural body substance secreted by the pituitary gland that is similar in action to morphine. Levels increase during pregnancy and peak during the labor process

Answer 7

endorphins

Question 8

Fixing eyes on a picture, object, or spot in the room; some close their eyes and has an internal focus

Answer 8

focal point

Question 9

Most common means of Labor Analgesia in the US

Answer 9

opiods

Question 10

Opiod Antagonist

Answer 10

naloxone (Narcan)

Question 11

Narcotics (2)

Answer 11

1. meperidine (Demerol)

2. fentanyl (S)ublimaze

Question 12

The least amount of SENSATION that a person perceives as painful; also called pain PERCEPTION

Answer 12

pain threshold

Question 13

The amount of pain one is willing to ENDURE

Answer 13

pain tolerance