The Nurse Caring for a Pregnant Client Is Evaluating Health

question 9

Multiple Choice

The nurse caring for a pregnant client is evaluating health teaching regarding fetal circulation.Which statement from the client reassures the nurse that the teaching has been effective?

• A) "Optimal fetal circulation is achieved when I am in the side-lying position."
• B) "Optimal fetal circulation is achieved when I am on my back with a pillow under my knees."
• C) "Optimal fetal circulation is achieved when the head of the bed is elevated."
• D) "Optimal fetal circulation is achieved when I am on my abdomen."

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