Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 81%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A client at 21 weeks of gestation, scheduled for an international flightA nurse is talking with a client who is at 21 weeks of gestation and is scheduled for an international flight. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)
Correct answer
A,B,D
Rationale
Pregnant women on long flights are at risk for swelling and deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Avoiding prolonged sitting, wearing compression stockings, and frequent walking/leg exercises reduce these risks. Seat belts should be worn low across the hips for safety, and electronic device radiation is negligible. High-dose vitamin C lacks evidence for preventing illness during flights.