A woman at 28 weeks' gestation is asked to keep a fetal activity record and to bring the results with her to her next clinic visit
One week later, she calls the clinic and anxiously tells the nurse that she has not felt the baby move for more than 30 minutes. Which of the following would be the nurse's most appropriate initial comment? 1. "You need to come to the clinic right away for further evaluation."
2. "Have you been smoking?"
3. "When did you eat last?"
4. "Your baby might be asleep."
4
Explanation: 4. Lack of fetal activity for 30 minutes typically is insignificant. Movement varies considerably, but most women feel fetal movement at least 10 times in 3 hours.
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