A 25-year-old client with a learning disability arrives for her first prenatal visit at week 24 of gestation. What should the nurse emphasize when caring for this client? Select all that apply
1. Ask if the client has any questions.
2. Avoid rushing through the examination.
3. Provide information in small increments.
4. Ask who is going to financially assist the client.
5. Suggest discussing the pregnancy with social services.
1, 2, 3
Explanation:
1. The client may have a lower reading and comprehension level. Asking if the client has any questions will help with retention.
2. The client will be anxious, which can be helped by not rushing through the examination.
3. Providing information in small increments will help with comprehension.
4. The client's financial situation is inappropriate for the nurse to assess.
5. Women with intellectual disabilities are at increased risk of intervention by social services, which may result in the removal of the newborns from their custody. Discussing the pregnancy with social services will add to this client's anxiety.
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