A nurse is providing care to a pregnant teenager. Which of the following principles is the most important for the nurse to consider when providing care?
a. All teen pregnancies are considered high-risk.
b. Limited self-care knowledge can lead to pregnancy complications.
c. Pregnant teens are likely to receive prenatal care late in the pregnancy.
d. Pregnant teens may have limited financial resources to pay for care.
ANS: A
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