A nurse is caring for a client immediately following the delivery of a stillborn fetus. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

A: Administering an IV bolus of lactated Ringer's is typically used to correct electrolyte imbalances or as a volume expander in the case of blood loss. In peripartum cardiomyopathy, fluid overload should be avoided as it can exacerbate heart failure symptoms.
B: Misoprostol is used to prevent or treat postpartum hemorrhage, but it is not directly related to the management of peripartum cardiomyopathy.

C. Assess blood pressure twice daily:
While monitoring blood pressure is important for overall cardiovascular management, assessing it only twice daily is insufficient for a client with peripartum cardiomyopathy. This condition requires frequent and comprehensive monitoring of vital signs, fluid balance, and cardiac function to prevent complications.

D. Restrict daily oral fluid intake:
Restricting fluid intake is a key intervention in managing peripartum cardiomyopathy because it helps to prevent fluid overload, which could exacerbate heart failure. Clients with this condition often experience reduced cardiac output, and limiting fluids can reduce the strain on the heart and improve overall management of symptoms

A. "The car seat should be positioned in the car at a 45-degree angle." This statement is correct and indicates an understanding of car seat safety. Positioning the car seat at a 45-degree angle helps prevent the newborn's head from flopping forward, which could obstruct the airway. Proper positioning ensures both safety and comfort during travel.

B. "My baby will need a car seat challenge test before discharge." This statement is incorrect for a newborn delivered at 38 weeks of gestation. A car seat challenge test is typically required for premature infants (less than 37 weeks gestation) or those with specific health conditions to ensure they can tolerate sitting in a car seat without respiratory or cardiac issues.

C. "When my baby is 1 year old, I can turn their car seat facing forward." Incorrect. It is recommended to keep infants in a rear-facing car seat until they reach the maximum height or weight limit recommended by the car seat manufacturer, typically well beyond the first year of life.

D. “I can use a sleep sack to keep my baby warm in the car seat." While using a sleep sack can keep a baby warm, it's important not to use any additional padding or blankets in the car seat as they can interfere with the proper harness fit and increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.