During a health interview the nurse determines that a client contemplating pregnancy would benefit from teaching on preconception health measures. What information did the nurse use to make this clinical determination? Select all that apply
1. Smokes one half of a pack per day of cigarettes
2. Works in an industrial plant
3. Drinks decaffeinated coffee
4. Drinks 4 ounces red wine every evening
5. Takes over-the-counter antacids as needed
1, 2, 4, 5
Explanation:
1. One preconception health measure is smoking cessation.
2. One preconception health measure is identifying environmental hazards.
3. Avoiding caffeine several months before conception is a preconception health measure.
4. One preconception health measure is alcohol intake.
5. One preconception health measure is the use of over-the-counter medications.
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