A 40-week gestation primigravida client is being induced with an oxytocin (Pitocin) secondary infusion and complains of pain in her lower back.

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A 40-week gestation primigravida client is being induced with an oxytocin (Pitocin) secondary infusion and complains of pain in her lower back. Which intervention should the nurse implement? – Q/A (Question and Answer)

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Apply firm pressure to sacral area. The discomfort of back labor can be minimized by the application of firm pressure to the sacral area

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