Reflections on ATI Real Life RN Maternal and Newborn 4.0: Preterm Labor

It is necessary to practice culturally competent care in preterm labor. Certain cultures use more natural remedies than medications, so patients are reluctant regarding tocolytic therapy like nifedipine or magnesium sulfate, as Milford et al. (2023) noted. Nurses must communicate effectively, educate patients about risks and benefits, and honor personal beliefs: Reflections on ATI Real Life RN Maternal and Newborn 4.0: Preterm Labor.

Furthermore, pain is culturally variable, which affects how patients express discomfort and respond to intervention. Some minimize pain due to cultural norms; therefore, nurses must use alternative evaluation methods to offer appropriate care.

Notably, family involvement is another significant cultural factor. Pregnancy and childbirth are family affairs in some cultures, with older individuals or male relatives making medical decisions on behalf of the patient (Aynalem et al., 2023). Nurses must balance patient autonomy and respect for these cultural norms with informed consent.

Language variation can also affect patient comprehension, as can using interpreters or visual information to convey messages. Delivering culturally sensitive care enhances patient trust and compliance with medical advice.

Besides, one of the ethical challenges in the case was giving magnesium sulfate for fetal neuroprotection despite its maternal risks of respiratory depression and hypotension (Shepherd et al., 2024). To resolve this, I would provide informed consent, inform the patient about the risks and benefits, monitor closely for adverse effects, and respect the patient’s autonomy to decline treatment.

A key “aha” moment was the realization of the need to prioritize fetal status using the ABC approach. When late decelerations on the fetal monitor were noted, repositioning the patient, applying oxygen, and maintaining IV fluids assisted with improving fetal oxygenation. This highlighted the importance of swift, evidence-based actions to avoid fetal compromise.

Subsequently, one of the challenges was interpreting fetal heart rate. Critical thinking was needed to distinguish between early, late, and variable decelerations, and initially, I lacked confidence in making rapid decisions. Another challenging experience was managing a prolapsed umbilical cord, which showed that swift action is essential to prevent fetal distress.

Three of the most important concepts I gained from this activity are fetal heart rate interpretation, prompt medication administration, and patient-centered communication. Kauffmann and Silberman (2023) explain how fetal monitoring interpretation enables early identification of distress and corresponding interventions, which I will utilize in my future cases of maternal care. Using drugs like tocolytics and corticosteroids at the appropriate time is vital in postponing preterm labor and promoting neonatal outcomes, as Wilson et al. (2022) indicated. Finally, using cultural sensitivity in patient education and planning of care ensures that interventions are effective and considerate of patient values.

References

Aynalem, B. Y., Melesse, M. F., & Bitewa, Y. B. (2023). Cultural beliefs and traditional practices during pregnancy, child birth, and the postpartum period in East Gojjam Zone, Northwest Ethiopia: A qualitative study. Women’s Health Reports, 4(1), 415–422. https://doi.org/10.1089/whr.2023.0024

Kauffmann, T., & Silberman, M. (2023). Fetal monitoring. PubMed; StatPearls Publishing. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK589699/

Milford, C., Smith, E., Ngure, K., Thuo, N. B., Newmann, S., Lazarus, N., Beksinska, M., Mugo, N., & Rand, L. (2023). Cultural considerations and beliefs surrounding preterm birth in Kenya and South Africa. Reproductive Health, 20(1). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12978-023-01633-9

Shepherd, E. S., Goldsmith, S., Doyle, L. W., Middleton, P., Marret, S., Rouse, D. J., Pryde, P., Wolf, H. T., & Crowther, C. A. (2024). Magnesium sulphate for women at risk of preterm birth for neuroprotection of the fetus. Cochrane Library, 2024(5). https://doi.org/10.1002/14651858.cd004661.pub4

Wilson, A., Hodgetts-Morton, V. A., Marson, E. J., Markland, A. D., Larkai, E., Papadopoulou, A., Coomarasamy, A., Tobias, A., Chou, D., Oladapo, O. T., Price, M. J., Morris, K., & Gallos, I. D. (2022). Tocolytics for delaying preterm birth: A network meta-analysis (0924). Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2022(8). https://doi.org/10.1002/14651858.cd014978.pub2
It is necessary to practice culturally competent care in preterm labor. Certain cultures use more natural remedies than medications, so patients are reluctant regarding tocolytic therapy like nifedipine or magnesium sulfate, as Milford et al. (2023) noted. Nurses must communicate effectively, educate patients about risks and benefits, and honor personal beliefs: Reflections on ATI Real Life RN Maternal and Newborn 4.0: Preterm Labor.

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Reflections on ATI Real Life RN Maternal and Newborn 4.0: Preterm Labor

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