Many Pregnant Teenagers Wait Until the Second or Third Trimester

question 39

Multiple Choice

Many pregnant teenagers wait until the second or third trimester to seek prenatal care.What should the nurse recognize as reasons for this delay?
(Select all that apply) .

• A) Lack of realization that they are pregnant
• B) Uncertainty as to where to go for care
• C) Continuing to deny the pregnancy
• D) Desire to gain control over their situation
• E) Wanting to hide the pregnancy as long as possible