A patient in her second trimester of pregnancy tells the nurse ...

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A patient in her second trimester of pregnancy tells the nurse she is still suffering from nausea on a daily basis. However, since she began wearing the wristband each day, the nausea is subsiding.
 
  What is the most likely reason for this relief in nausea? 1. The soothing color of the bracelet has helped ease the nausea.
  2. A small magnet in the bracelet helps ease the nausea.
  3. Small spikes in the bracelet afford relief of the nausea.
  4. The bracelet exerts a small amount of pressure to help ease the nausea.

Question 2

The nurse at the prenatal clinic has four calls to return. Which phone call should the nurse return first?
 
  1. Client at 32 weeks, reports headache and blurred vision.
  2. Client at 18 weeks, reports no fetal movement in this pregnancy.
  3. Client at 16 weeks, reports increased urinary frequency.
  4. Client at 40 weeks, reports sudden gush of fluid and contractions.

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Answer to Question 1

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Rationale 1: The color of the bracelet has no relationship to the nausea relief.
Rationale 2: Magnets should not be used during pregnancy.
Rationale 3: The spikes suggest acupuncture, but this would not be done without supervision from a provider.
Rationale 4: Pregnant women often use acupressure wristbands to help relieve the nausea of early pregnancy.

Answer to Question 2

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Explanation: 1. Headache and blurred vision are signs of preeclampsia, which is potentially life-threatening for both mother and fetus. This client has top priority.