A Patient Who Is 24 Weeks' Pregnant Asks About Wearing

question 30

Multiple Choice

A patient who is 24 weeks' pregnant asks about wearing a seatbelt while driving. Which response by the nurse is correct?

• A) "Seatbelts should not be worn during pregnancy."
• B) "Place the lap belt below the uterus and use the shoulder strap at the same time."
• C) "Place the lap belt below the uterus but omit the shoulder strap during pregnancy."
• D) "Place the lap belt at your waist above the uterus and use the shoulder strap at the same time."