A primigravida client in the second stage of labor has been moaning, screaming, and generally vocal throughout her labor. Her husband is distraught seeing his wife this way and asks the nurse for more pain medication for her. What is the nurse's best response?
A. Reassure the first-time father that his wife will be fine, and offer to stay with her while he takes a walk.
B. Ask the client to describe the intensity of her pain on a scale of 0 to 10.
C. Page the obstetrician to evaluate the client's pain, and administer an appropriate increase in her pain medication.
D. Assist the client with breathing and imagery techniques in an attempt to calm her down.
