The nurse is planning care for a client in her first trimester of pregnancy who is experiencing nausea and vomiting. Which interventions should the nurse plan to teach this client? (Select all that apply.)

Question

a. Suck on hard candy.
b. Take prenatal vitamins in the morning.
c. Try some herbal tea to relieve the nausea.
d. Drink fluids frequently but separate from meals.
e. Eat crackers or dry cereal before arising in the morning.

Answer 1

ANS: A, D, E
A client experiencing nausea and vomiting should be taught to suck on hard candy, drink fluids frequently but separately from meals, and eat crackers, dry toast, or dry cereal before arising in the morning. Prenatal vitamins should be taken at bedtime because they may increase nausea if taken in the morning. Before taking herbal tea, the client should check with her health care provider.