A nurse is assessing a client who is 1 week postpartum. Which of the following locations should the nurse palpate to assess the client's fundus? (You will find hot spots to select in the artwork below. Select only the hot spot that corresponds to your answer.)

Choice A rationale:

Requesting an opportunity to discuss trauma might be indicative of the client's desire to process their experiences, but it's not a specific symptom of PTSD.

Choice B rationale:

Recurrent nightmares are a common symptom of PTSD, often related to the traumatic event.

Choice C rationale:

Indicating working extra hours is not a specific symptom of PTSD.

Choice D rationale:

Exhibiting diminished reflexes is not a typical symptom of PTSD.

Choice A rationale:

Holding the fork through the entire meal can lead to mindless eating and overeating. The client should put down the fork between bites and chew slowly to savor the food and feel full faster.

Choice B rationale:

Planning meals day by day can be stressful and impractical for the client. The client might not have enough time or resources to prepare healthy meals every day, or might be tempted by unhealthy options when hungry. The client should plan meals ahead of time, such as weekly or monthly, and stock up on nutritious foods that are easy to prepare.

Choice C rationale:

Scheduling three times to eat each day can be too rigid and unrealistic for the client. The client might not feel hungry at the scheduled times, or might feel hungry in between meals and snack

on junk food. The client should listen to their body and eat when they are hungry, but not too hungry. The client should also eat slowly and stop when they are full, but not too full.

Choice D rationale:

Eating off a smaller plate can help reduce the portion size and calorie intake of the client. This is a simple and effective way to manage obesity without feeling deprived or hungry. A smaller plate can also create an illusion of having more food, which can increase the satisfaction of the meal.