The primiparous client at 39 weeks' gestation calls the clinic and reports increased bladder pressure but easier breathing and irregular, mild contractions. She also states that she just cleaned the entire house. Which statement should the nurse make?
A) "You should not work so much at this point in pregnancy."
B) "Your body may be telling you it is going into labor soon."
C) "If the bladder pressure continues, come in to the clinic tomorrow."
D) "What you are describing is not commonly experienced in the last weeks."

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The client's symptoms, particularly the irregular contractions and increased bladder pressure, suggest that she may be entering early labor. The nurse should advise her to monitor her symptoms closely and consider coming in for an evaluation if they continue or worsen. The statement "Your body may be telling you it is going into labor soon" is a reassuring and appropriate response that acknowledges the client's concerns while also providing helpful advice. The other options either criticize the client's activities or dismiss her symptoms, neither of which is helpful or supportive.

The Primiparous Client at 39 Weeks' Gestation Calls the Clinic