A nurse is caring for a pregnant client who is diagnosed with hyperemesis gravidarum. Which of the following interventions should the nurse prioritize for the pregnant client with hyperemesis gravidarum?

A. Encourage the client to increase dietary intake to meet nutritional needs: Clients with hyperemesis gravidarum often cannot tolerate oral intake due to persistent vomiting. Encouraging food consumption without addressing dehydration and nausea first is ineffective and may worsen symptoms. B. Provide emotional support and counseling to address psychological distress: Psychological support is important, as hyperemesis can be emotionally taxing. However, physical stabilization through hydration and electrolyte correction takes precedence before addressing emotional needs. C. Administer intravenous fluids to correct dehydration and electrolyte imbalances: The priority in managing hyperemesis gravidarum is rehydration and correction of imbalances caused by prolonged vomiting. IV fluids help restore circulatory volume, normalize electrolytes, and stabilize the client’s condition. D. Monitor fetal growth and development through regular ultrasound scans: Although fetal monitoring is necessary, especially in prolonged cases, it is not the immediate priority. Stabilizing the mother's fluid and electrolyte status must occur first to support both maternal and fetal health.