Question

The nurse is teaching a client who is diagnosed with preeclampsia how to monitor her condition. the nurse determines the client needs more instruction after making which statement?

Answer 1

Answer:

"If I have changes in my vision, I will lie down and rest."

Explanation:

Pregnancy presupposes the growth of a genetically different being within a woman's womb, as she has inherited half of her father's genes. She does not reject this foreign body because it develops immune mechanisms to protect the fetus. In some cases, however, it releases proteins into the maternal circulation that trigger a pregnant woman's immune response. This response strikes the walls of blood vessels, causing vasoconstriction and increased blood pressure.  Pregnancy-specific hypertension is called preeclampsia and usually sets in after the 20th week, especially in the 3rd trimester.

Preeclampsia is a serious condition, but it can be controlled with good prenatal care and medical follow-up. In addition, the pregnant woman should take some precautions according to the recommendations of her doctor. If the pregnant woman has changes in vision, she should not lie down and rest, but should call for medical or emergency care as soon as possible.

Answer 2

"If I have changes in my vision, I will lie down and rest."