The nurse is assessing a pregnant woman with a history of malignant hypertension. Which of the following is a priority teaching intervention for this client?
A) Avoid activities that result in shortness of breath.
B) Add more sodium and calcium to the diet.
C) Get occasional rest and frequently exercise.
D) Limit fluid intake for the first and third trimesters.
A
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During pregnancy, the woman with a cardiac condition should get plenty of rest and avoid activities that result in shortness of breath. She should maintain a diet that will prevent excessive weight gain and water retention. Usually sodium (salt) is restricted.
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