The client in her first trimester of pregnancy is experiencing nausea. To promote self-care, the nurse should help the pregnant client understand that the nausea might be relieved by:
1. Eating spicy foods.
2. Not eating until two hours after rising.
3. Eating small, frequent meals.
4. Avoiding carbonated beverages.
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Rationale:
1. The nausea of pregnancy can be exacerbated by ketosis, fatigue, and certain foods, such as those containing caffeine or spices.
2. Eating dry carbohydrates prior to rising each day can help to prevent or decrease the severity of the nausea.
3. Avoiding severe hunger by eating small, frequent meals throughout the day can help to prevent or decrease the severity of the nausea.
4. Carbonated beverages might be helpful in decreasing nausea.
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