During home care of a low-risk pregnant patient, the nurse provides care by assessing the patient's: Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply
1. Urine.
2. Weight.
3. Diet.
4. Pelvic measurements.
5. Physical activity.
1,2,3,5
Rationale 1: Assessment of the urine can be done in the home setting.
Rationale 2: Obtaining the patient's weight can be done in the home setting.
Rationale 3: Assessing the dietary intake can be done in the home setting.
Rationale 4: Clinical pelvimetry should be done in the office or clinic.
Rationale 5: Physical activity can be assessed in the home setting.
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