The pregnant client has completed the prenatal questionnaire and asks the nurse why this form had to be filled out. Which response is the most appropriate?

Question

1. "We occasionally identify a health problem that puts the current pregnancy at higher risk."
2. "This form is designed to predict who will develop problems with their pregnancy or delivery."
3. "The doctor wants all of the pregnant clients to fill out the form so that our records are complete."
4. "Some people have things that have happened in the past that could impact their current pregnancy."

Answer 1

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Explanation:
1. This is the reason for risk assessment during pregnancy, whether it is a client-completed questionnaire or a nurse assessment form.
2. The form will identify those clients who have risk factors based on their medical history; prediction implies seeing into the future without a basis for the concern.
3. The purpose of the form is to identify which clients have risk factors; the fact that records are complete is less important than identifying at risk pregnancies.
4. Although this is true, this statement is too vague to be the best response. It is best to explain specifically that the impact on the current pregnancy might put the pregnancy at higher risk.