A Client, Melinda, near the End of Her Third Trimester

question 2

Multiple Choice

A client, Melinda, near the end of her third trimester says that in the past few weeks she has become short of breath when going up and down stairs. Melinda is 24-years-old and in good health. Which of the following would be the most appropriate response by the nurse?

• A) Perform an electrocardiogram to rule out heart disease
• B) Prescribe an inhaler with a corticosteroid medication
• C) Advise her to take short breaks when she is out of breath
• D) Draw up an exercise plan for her to help improve her cardiovascular fitness

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