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16. Which of the following would be the nurse's best response to a pregnant client asking if she can have a "social drink" with her friends 2 to 3 times a week?

A. "It is best to avoid all alcoholic beverages during pregnancy."
B. "After the first trimester, you may have 3 drinks per week."
C. "Beer is safer to drink, because it has less alcohol."
D. "If you're used to drinking alcohol, you may continue during pregnancy."

17. A client in her third trimester tells the nurse, "I'm constipated all the time!" Which of the following should the nurse recommend?

A. Daily enemas
B. Laxatives



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Final answer:

The best advice for a pregnant client is to avoid alcohol, and laxatives are recommended for constipation during pregnancy.


Explanation:

The nurse's best response to a pregnant client asking about drinking alcohol should be:

  1. "It is best to avoid all alcoholic beverages during pregnancy."

For a client in her third trimester experiencing constipation, the nurse should recommend:

  • Laxatives

Smoking, alcohol consumption, and other substances should be avoided during pregnancy to prevent harm to the fetus.


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