Maternal-Newborn: Chapter 9 – Nursing Care During Labor and Birth

In this episode of the Maternal-Newborn series, we break down Chapter 9, which focuses on nursing care throughout the stages of labor and birth. You’ll review the onset of labor, the four stages, pain management options, and how nurses assess maternal and fetal well-being during each phase. We’ll also go over admission procedures, Leopold maneuvers, sterile vaginal exams, and what to expect during delivery. Whether you’re headed into OB clinical or reviewing for exams, this episode will guide you through what happens from the first contraction to delivery.