An 18-Year-Old Client Who Has Reached 16 Weeks of Gestation

question 14

Multiple Choice

An 18-year-old client who has reached 16 weeks of gestation was recently diagnosed with pregestational diabetes. She attends her centering appointment accompanied by one of her girlfriends. This young woman appears more concerned about how her pregnancy will affect her social life rather than her recent diagnosis of diabetes. A number of nursing diagnoses are applicable to assist in planning adequate care. The most appropriate diagnosis at this time is:

• A)Risk for injury to the fetus related to birth trauma.
• B)Noncompliance related to lack of understanding of diabetes and pregnancy and requirements of the treatment plan.
• C)Deficient knowledge related to insulin administration.
• D)Risk for injury to the mother related to hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia.

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