A nurse is caring for a client who is 24 hr postpartum and is breastfeeding her newborn. The client asks the nurse to warm up seaweed soup that the client's partner brought for her. Which of the following responses should the nurse make?
Explanation & Rationale
A. “Does the doctor know that you are eating that?”: Questioning the client’s food choice may come across as judgmental and does not address the client’s immediate request or provide support. B. “The hospital food is more nutritious for you.”: Comparing foods in this way may discourage the client and does not acknowledge cultural preferences or the client’s autonomy in food choices. C. “Why are you eating seaweed soup?”: Asking “why” can seem confrontational and may make the client feel defensive instead of supported during the postpartum period. D. "Of course, I will heat that up for you.”: This response respects the client’s autonomy, supports cultural preferences, and provides comfort, which helps build trust and rapport in the nurse-client relationship.