A client in the first trimester of pregnancy is experiencing persistent nausea throughout the day. What should the nurse recommend to this client?
a. Consume noncarbonated beverages
b. Increase foods with a high fat content
c. Eat large meals frequently throughout the day
d. Eat dry toast and crackers before getting out of bed
d. Eat dry toast and crackers before getting out of bed
In the first trimester of pregnancy, nausea affects up to 75% of all women. It has been found to be helpful to incorporate dry carbohydrates such as: crackers, toast, rice, and plain noodles in small amounts throughout the day. Consuming small frequent meals may help with nausea. There is no reason to limit fluid intake to noncarbonated beverages. High-fat foods can further slow the movement of food through the gastrointestinal tract and should be avoided unless tolerated and appropriate for weight loss goals.
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