A nurse is caring for a client who is at 36 weeks of gestation and is undergoing a nonstress test (NST). The test is nonreactive. Which of the following interventions should the nurse suggest based on the findings?

A. Encourage the family to be with the child during mealtimes. While having family present can provide support and create a positive mealtime atmosphere, it is not the first step in addressing poor dietary intake. Understanding the underlying reasons for the child's poor intake is more critical initially.
B. Instruct the family to praise the child when they eat. Encouraging praise can help create a positive association with eating, but this action is more effective after understanding the child's dietary habits and preferences.
C. Obtain the child's dietary history. Obtaining the child's dietary history is the most important first step. This allows the nurse to identify specific concerns, such as food preferences, patterns of intake, and any potential food allergies or intolerances. Understanding the child's current dietary habits is essential for developing an effective plan to improve nutritional intake.
D. Offer the child nutritious snacks between meals. Offering nutritious snacks can help increase caloric intake, but this should be done after assessing the child's dietary history to ensure that the snacks are appropriate and tailored to the child's needs and preferences.

A. Open the dampers of fireplaces. Keeping fireplace dampers open would allow contaminated outdoor air to enter the home, increasing exposure to harmful chemicals. During an outdoor chemical disaster, it is essential to seal the home as much as possible to prevent infiltration of toxic substances.
B. Cover heat registers with plastic and tape. Sealing heat registers helps prevent outside air from circulating into the home through ventilation systems. This precaution reduces exposure to airborne chemicals by limiting pathways for contamination. Creating an airtight environment is a key strategy in shelter-in-place recommendations during chemical disasters.
C. Exit the home as quickly as possible. Evacuating during an outdoor chemical disaster may increase the risk of exposure if toxic fumes are present. Authorities typically advise sheltering in place with sealed windows and doors unless an evacuation order is issued. Leaving should only occur when officials confirm that it is safe.
D. Turn on ceiling fans and air conditioners. Running ventilation systems like fans and air conditioners can draw in outside air, increasing exposure to hazardous chemicals. Instead, all air systems should be turned off to minimize circulation of contaminated air within the home.