A nurse is evaluating a client's acceptance of having a new ileostomy.
Which of the following statements by the client indicates acceptance?

Choice A rationale:

Hyperglycemia is not typically associated with tranylcypromine, a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) MAOIs can affect blood pressure regulation, but hyperglycemia is not a common adverse effect of this medication.

Choice B rationale:

Hematuria (blood in the urine) is not a known adverse effect of tranylcypromine. This symptom is not directly related to the use of MAOIs.

Choice C rationale:

Tinnitus (ringing in the ears) is not a common adverse effect of tranylcypromine. MAOIs can affect the cardiovascular system, but tinnitus is not a typical manifestation.

Choice D rationale:

Tranylcypromine, an MAOI, can cause hypertension (high blood pressure) as an adverse effect due to its ability to inhibit the breakdown of tyramine in the body. When tyramine-rich foods are ingested, there can be a sudden release of norepinephrine, leading to a hypertensive crisis. Therefore, monitoring for hypertension is essential when a client is taking tranylcypromine and has ingested tyramine-rich foods.

Choice A rationale:

Blood pressure is a crucial parameter to monitor in a pregnant woman. A significant increase in blood pressure could indicate a condition called preeclampsia, which is characterized by high blood pressure and damage to another organ system, often the liver and kidneys. Preeclampsia usually begins after 20 weeks of pregnancy in women whose blood pressure had been normal. Left untreated, preeclampsia can lead to serious — even fatal — complications for both mother and baby.

Choice B rationale:

While the respiratory rate is an important vital sign, it does not directly indicate a prenatal complication in this context. Normal respiratory rates for an adult range from 12 to 20 breaths per minute. Changes could indicate a respiratory problem but not specifically a prenatal complication.

Choice C rationale:

Gravida/parity is a standard way to denote a woman's reproductive history but does not indicate a prenatal complication. Gravida refers to the number of times a woman has been pregnant, regardless of the outcome, while parity refers to the number of pregnancies carried past 20 weeks, regardless of whether they were born alive or stillborn.

Choice D rationale:

Decreased fetal activity can be a sign of distress in the fetus. It could indicate complications such as poor oxygenation or other conditions that could affect the health of the baby. It's important for pregnant women to monitor their baby's movements daily after 28 weeks.

Choice E rationale:

A severe headache unrelieved by acetaminophen in a pregnant woman could be a sign of preeclampsia, especially when accompanied by other symptoms such as high blood pressure and changes in vision. This should be evaluated immediately.

Choice F rationale:

Urine ketones are usually checked in pregnant women who have symptoms of a condition called ketoacidosis, which is often seen in women with gestational diabetes. However, this condition is not indicated in this scenario.

Choice G rationale:

Protein in the urine is another potential sign of preeclampsia. It's caused by kidney problems resulting from the high blood pressure. In normal conditions, protein should not be present in urine or should be very low.