The spouse is concerned that the client in labor will be hungry since the last time any food was eaten was several hours ago. What should the nurse explain as effects of the labor process on the client's gastrointestinal system? Select all that apply.
1. Reduced gastric motility
2. Increased gastric volume
3. Increased gastric motility
4. Reduced absorption of food
5. Prolonged gastric emptying time
Question 2
The nurse suspects that a pregnant client is experiencing true labor. What did the nurse assess to make this clinical determination? Select all that apply.
1. Contractions increase in intensity.
2. Discomfort occurs in the abdomen.
3. Contractions occur at regular intervals.
4. Walking has no effect on the contractions.
5. Time between contractions gradually becomes shorter.
Seahorse Food
Sterilization Time Requirements
Food security per person
Vitamins Found Widely in the Food Groups
Food Thermometers
Food poisoning: Salmonella