Use of Upright Positioning With Epidural Analgesia: Findings From an Observational Study

摘要: PURPOSE To present research findings and related nursing implications from an observational study designed to evaluate the use of upright positioning during second stage labor with patients who had received low-dose epidural analgesia. STUDY DESIGN AND METHODS This descriptive evaluated outcomes a sample 74 healthy women having their first childbirth. They all analgesia stages labor. Data were also collected by nurses on birthing beds, extent physical emotional support needed while following protocol. RESULTS All able maintain positions throughout administration. No adverse neonatal or maternal problems (such as excessive vaginal bleeding) documented. CLINICAL IMPLICATIONS Although capable assuming stage, results indicated that constant was necessary for most women. Future methods prepare multiple position options after administration should be undertaken. In addition, benefits in terms facilitating progress