The patient in her first trimester of pregnancy is experiencing nausea. To promote self-care, the nurse should help the pregnant patient understand that the nausea might be relieved by:
1. Eating spicy foods.
2. Not eating until two hours after rising.
3. Eating small, frequent meals.
4. Avoiding carbonated beverages.
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: The nausea of pregnancy can be exacerbated by ketosis, fatigue, and certain foods, such as those containing caffeine or spices.
Rationale 2: Eating dry carbohydrates prior to rising each day can help to prevent or decrease the severity of the nausea.
Rationale 3: Avoiding severe hunger by eating small, frequent meals throughout the day can help to prevent or decrease the severity of the nausea.
Rationale 4: Carbonated beverages might be helpful in decreasing nausea.
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