Author Question: A woman has been diagnosed with a high risk pregnancy. She and her husband come into the office in a ... (Read 87 times)

Coya19@aol.com · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

A woman has been diagnosed with a high risk pregnancy. She and her husband come into the office in a very anxious state. She seems to be coping by withdrawing from the discussion, showing declining interest. The nurse can best help the couple by:

1. telling her the doctor will isolate the problem with more tests.
2. encouraging her and urging her to continue with childbirth classes.
3. becoming assertive and laying out the decisions the couple needs to make.
4. downplaying her risks by citing success rate studies.

Question 2

A woman is 8 months pregnant. She tells the nurse that she knows her baby listens to her, but her husband thinks she is imagining things. Which of the following responses by the nurse is most appropriate?

1. Many women imagine what their baby is like..
2. Babies in utero do respond to their mother's voice..
3. You'll need to ask the doctor if the baby can hear yet..
4. Thinking that your baby hears will help you bond with the baby..

HandsomeMarc · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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1, 3, 4. Incorrect. The nurse can best help the woman and her family regain a sense of control in their lives by providing support and encouragement (including active involvement in preparations, classes, etc.). The nurse can try to present opportunities for the couple to make as many choices as possible in prenatal care.
2. Correct. The nurse can best help the woman and her family regain a sense of control in their lives by providing support and encouragement (including active involvement in preparation, classes, etc.). The nurse can try to present opportunities for the couple to make as many choices as possible in prenatal care.

Answer to Question 2

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1. Incorrect. Although this statement is accurate, it is not the most appropriate.
2. Correct. Fetuses respond to sound by 24 weeks. The fetus can be soothed by the sound of the mother's voice.
3. Incorrect. This statement is not appropriate. The mother should be instructed that her fe-tus can hear at 24 weeks and can respond to the sound of her voice.
4. Incorrect. The statement is not appropriate. It gives the impression that her baby cannot, in fact, hear her. Additionally, it belittles the mother's interpretation of her fetus's behaviors.