When planning care for a pregnant adolescent, what nursing action supports the developmental task of this age group?
A) Allow to weigh self at clinic visits.
B) Insist that no further sexual relations occur during pregnancy.
C) Suggest that schooling be delayed until the pregnancy is over.
D) Encourage deciding on the total weight gain for her pregnancy.
A
Feedback:
Helping adolescents to make their own health care decisions at health care visits helps to foster a sense of independence. During a visit, the adolescent can weigh herself to feel independent. Insisting that no further sexual relations occur and delaying school do not foster a sense of independence. Permitting the pregnant adolescent to determine the total weight gain for the pregnancy would not be safe considering the patient is still developing physically.
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