Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 93%
Simulated
The charge nurse must transfer a client from the maternity unit to the medical-surgical unit to make a bed available. It would be most appropriate for the nurse to transfer the client.
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The second-trimester client with gestational diabetes (D) is stable for transfer, as nonstress testing can be managed outpatient. Preterm labor (A), cesarean recovery (B), and preeclampsia (C) require specialized maternity care.