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    Ati Rn comprehensive predictor 2023 proctored exam

    A nurse is providing teaching about self-care to a primigravid client who is at 9 weeks of gestation. Which of the following statements should the nurse include?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. "You will feel your baby moving within the next month." Fetal movement, or quickening, is typically felt between 16 and 20 weeks of gestation. At 9 weeks, it is too early for the client to detect fetal movement. B. "Hormone shifts often cause vulvar itching." Vulvar itching is not a common or expected symptom of early pregnancy and may indicate an infection, such as a yeast infection, rather than a normal hormonal change. C. "You should consume at least 3 liters of fluid each day." Adequate hydration is essential during pregnancy to support increased blood volume, amniotic fluid, and metabolic processes. A daily intake of about 3 liters of fluid helps prevent dehydration and constipation. D. “Headaches are expected throughout pregnancy." While headaches can occur, especially in the first trimester due to hormonal changes, persistent or severe headaches may indicate complications like preeclampsia and should not be considered a normal, ongoing expectation.

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