Which of the following is a risk factor for cervical insufficiency?

Choice A rationale

Anemia in pregnancy requires increased iron intake to support hemoglobin production, essential for oxygen transport in the blood. Iron-rich foods, such as red meat and leafy greens, are recommended.

Choice B rationale

Decreasing protein intake is counterproductive for anemic pregnant clients. Protein is vital for overall health and fetal development, and adequate intake should be maintained.

Choice C rationale

Calcium-rich foods are important but do not directly address anemia. They support bone health, and while necessary, they do not substitute the need for increased iron in anemic clients.

Choice D rationale

Vitamin C intake should be increased alongside iron-rich foods as it enhances iron absorption. However, increasing vitamin C alone does not suffice to correct anemia without adequate iron intake.

Choice A rationale

While taking antipsychotics is important, the nurse’s immediate priority should be to assess for harm to the patient or infant, which poses an immediate danger.

Choice B rationale

Monitoring the infant’s health is important but secondary to ensuring the patient and infant's immediate safety from potential harm due to psychosis.

Choice C rationale

Assessing thoughts of harm is crucial in postpartum psychosis as it helps in identifying immediate risks to the patient and infant, allowing for timely interventions.

Choice D rationale

Reviewing the medical record for bipolar disorder is important for treatment planning but not as immediately critical as assessing for thoughts of harm.