What will you do in the delivery room as a student nurse?

Preparation

* Wash hands and put on sterile gloves.

* Assist the mother in assuming a comfortable position for delivery.

* Place a sterile drape over the mother's abdomen.

* Help the mother to breathe and relax during contractions.

During Delivery

* Monitor the mother's vital signs and the progress of labor.

* Provide support and encouragement to the mother.

* Assist the healthcare provider with the delivery of the baby.

* Suction the baby's airway and provide oxygen as needed.

* Clamp and cut the umbilical cord.

After Delivery

* Help the mother to hold and breastfeed the baby.

* Assist the healthcare provider with the delivery of the placenta.

* Monitor the mother's vital signs and condition.

* Help the mother to get settled in her room and rest.

Additional Duties

* Document the details of the delivery in the medical record.

* Teach the mother and her support person about newborn care.

* Provide emotional support to the mother and her family.