A Woman Has Been Diagnosed with a High Risk Pregnancy

question 26

Multiple Choice

A woman has been diagnosed with a high risk pregnancy.She and her husband come into the office in a very anxious state.She seems to be coping by withdrawing from the discussion,showing declining interest.The nurse can best help the couple by:

• A)Telling her that the physician will isolate the problem with more tests.
• B)Encouraging her and urging her to continue with childbirth classes.
• C)Becoming assertive and laying out the decisions the couple needs to make.
• D)Downplaying her risks by citing success rate studies.

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