What information will the nurse want to question specifically for the adolescent who was just informed she is pregnant?
1. Last menstrual period
2. Dietary habits
3. Use of substances such as drugs, alcohol, and tobacco
4. Previous reproductive history
3. Use of substances such as drugs, alcohol, and tobacco
Rationale:
Although all pregnant women will be questioned about substance abuse, the nurse will be especially interested in asking an adolescent client about it. Adolescents have a higher rate of substance abuse, and the use of drugs, alcohol, and tobacco can have a negative impact on the outcome of the fetus. All pregnant women will be asked about last menstrual period, diet, and reproductive history. Last menstrual period is of less importance with the young adolescent whose periods tend to be irregular and cannot be counted on to indicate due date.
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