The nurse is working in an outpatient clinic. Which client's indications most warrant fetal monitoring in the third trimester?
1. Gravida 4, para 3, 39 weeks, with a history of one spontaneous abortion at 8 weeks
2. Gravida 1, para 0, 40 weeks, with a history of endometriosis and a prior appendectomy
3. Gravida 3, para 2, with a history of gestational diabetes controlled by diet
4. Gravida 2, para 1, 36 weeks, with a history of history of preterm labor or cervical insufficiency
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Explanation: 4. The preterm client with a history of preterm labor or cervical insufficiency needs close monitoring for preterm labor onset.
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