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    ATI NURS 306 Maternal Newborn Proctored Exam

    You are the nurse providing teaching to a pregnant woman on how to do kick counts. You will tell her all of the following except:

    Explanation & Rationale

    Choice A rationaleFetal movement below normal may indicate compromised oxygenation or fetal distress. Reporting such observations is crucial for further assessment and timely intervention.Choice B rationaleConsuming food and resting can increase glucose levels, potentially enhancing fetal movement. Monitoring for 1 hour helps to evaluate if decreased movement persists, indicating the need for further assessment.Choice C rationalePregnant women should not lay prone for kick counts. This position can compress major blood vessels, reducing blood flow and oxygenation to the fetus. The left lateral position is preferred.Choice D rationaleReduced fetal movement can indicate decreased oxygenation in compromised fetuses. Monitoring fetal activity helps assess fetal well-being and identify potential hypoxia or distress.

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