A nurse is collecting data from a client who is at 30 weeks of gestation. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a manifestation of pyelonephritis?

Rationale:

A. Gestational diabetes mellitus is not a contraindication for a contraction stress test.

B. A previous classical incision (a vertical uterine incision) increases the risk of uterine rupture during labor, making a contraction stress test contraindicated.

C. A previous stillbirth is not a contraindication for a contraction stress test.

D. A nonreactive nonstress test may indicate the need for further evaluation with a contraction stress test, but it is not a contraindication in itself.

A. To facilitate bonding between the newborn and parent. This is correct. Antibiotic ophthalmic ointment, typically used to prevent neonatal conjunctivitis, can temporarily blur the newborn's vision. Delaying its application for a short period allows the newborn to maintain eye contact with the parent during the critical bonding period immediately following birth.

B. To allow manifestations of infection to be identified. This is incorrect. The purpose of the antibiotic ointment is to prevent neonatal conjunctivitis caused by gonorrhea or chlamydia, which may not present with immediate symptoms. Delaying its application to observe for signs of infection would not be appropriate.

C. The newborn's weight is not a determining factor for delaying the instillation of antibiotic ophthalmic ointment.

D. The mode of delivery, whether vaginal or cesarean, does not affect the timing of antibiotic ophthalmic ointment instillation.