A nurse is providing care to a client in her first trimester of pregnancy.
The client inquires if she can maintain her exercise regimen during pregnancy.
What would be the nurse’s most appropriate response?

Choice A rationale

The symptoms described by the client do not typically align with conditions that would lead to Anticipate A. Anticipate A might be expected for a different set of symptoms or conditions.

Choice B rationale

The symptoms described by the client do not typically align with conditions that would lead to Anticipate B. Anticipate B might be expected for a different set of symptoms or conditions.

Choice C rationale

The symptoms described by the client do not typically align with conditions that would lead to Anticipate C. Anticipate C might be expected for a different set of symptoms or conditions.

Choice D rationale

The client’s symptoms of recent painful sores on the perineum, muscle aches, and chills, along with current discomfort when sitting and mild vaginal itching, could suggest a herpes simplex virus infection or another type of infection. Anticipate D might be an antiviral medication or other treatment to address the suspected condition.

The correct answer is Choice C.

Choice A rationale: Inserting an IV catheter is important for potential fluid and medication administration, but it is not the immediate priority action.

Choice B rationale: Administering glucocorticoids is important for fetal lung maturity in case of preterm birth, but it is not the immediate priority upon admission.

Choice C rationale: Applying an external fetal monitor is the priority action. It allows for continuous monitoring of the fetal heart rate and uterine activity to assess the well-being of the fetus and detect any signs of distress.

Choice D rationale: Monitoring vaginal bleeding is important for managing placenta previa, but it is not the immediate priority. Continuous fetal monitoring takes precedence to ensure fetal safety.