The clinic nurse is reviewing home care dietary instructions for the patient diagnosed with mild preeclampsia at 34 weeks' gestation. The nurse determines that the client requires additional information when she makes which statement?
a. "I will limit my salt intake to 2 grams per day."
b. "I will drink no less than 2500 mL of fluid per day."
c. "I will make sure I eat 4 sources of protein per day."
d. "My overall intake of calories per day should be around 2500."
ANS: A
The diet should have ample protein, no less than 6 ounces/day, and approximately 2500 calories during the second half of pregnancy. A regular diet without salt or fluid restriction is usually prescribed. Adequate amounts of protein are essential, especially because there is pathologic protein loss with preeclampsia.
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