A nurse practicing in the perinatal setting should promote kangaroo care regardless of an infant's gestational age. Which statement regarding this intervention is most appropriate?

In some cases, an endocrinologist may also be involved in the management of gestational diabetes. The nurse can anticipate that the client will be diagnosed with gestational diabetes and will be referred to a dietician for dietary modifications and glucose monitoring during the remainder of her pregnancy. Regular prenatal care will also continue, and the healthcare provider may adjust the treatment plan based on the client's individual needs.

However, a diagnosis of Type II diabetes would not be made solely based on a failed GTT during pregnancy, as gestational diabetes is a temporary condition that usually resolves after delivery.

In DIC, there is widespread clotting that can lead to depletion of clotting factors and platelets, resulting in bleeding. The priority in the care of DIC is to correct the underlying cause and to replace lost blood products to prevent hypovolemia and hemorrhage. Therefore, the nurse should anticipate an order for the administration of blood products such as packed red blood cells, fresh frozen plasma, and platelets. Administration of steroids may also be ordered to reduce inflammation and stabilize cell membranes. Restriction of intravascular fluids may be necessary to prevent further bleeding, but it is not the first priority. Invasive hemodynamic monitoring may be used to assess the client's fluid and electrolyte status, but it is not typically the first intervention.