A woman confides in the nurse that she and her husband want to become

A woman confides in the nurse that she and her husband want to become parents as soon as possible. Which of the following statements would be the best reply from the nurse?

a. “Ask some young parents if you can babysit for a while to get in practice.”
b. “Can you afford to become parents with all the items a baby will need?”
c. “Consider whether you are really ready to become parents.”
d. “Start living as healthy a lifestyle as possible right now.”

ESSAYBID ANSWER

ANS: D
Adopting a healthy lifestyle and obtaining regular medical care before becoming pregnant can help to ensure a healthy pregnancy. Questioning the woman’s statement would not be a therapeutic response from the nurse, rather the nurse should reply by providing support and education for the woman.