The nurse is evaluating the effectiveness of prenatal education provided to the spouse of a pregnant client. Which observations indicate that this education was effective? Select all that apply
1. Client is relaxed.
2. Client and spouse are arguing.
3. Spouse is looking forward to the birth.
4. Spouse expresses fear of being a father.
5. Client is following prenatal recommendations.
1, 3, 5
Explanation:
1. Research indicates that increased focus on the father's needs during prenatal care improves the mother's stress levels.
2. Arguing could indicate that the spouse is not transitioning to fatherhood and will affect the client's stress levels.
3. Research indicates that increased focus on the father's needs during prenatal care aids his transition to fatherhood.
4. Fear of being a father indicates that prenatal education was not effective in helping the spouse transition to fatherhood.
5. Research indicates that increased focus on the father's needs during prenatal care improves the mother's prenatal health behavior.
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