Question

The nurse is providing anticipatory guidance to a woman in her second trimester regarding signs/symptoms that she might experience in the coming weeks. Which of the following comments by the client indicates that further teaching is needed?

1) During the third trimester I may experience frequent urination.
2) During the third trimester I may experience heartburn.
3) During the third trimester I may experience back pain.
4) During the third trimester I may experience persistent headache.

Answer 1

The client's mention of persistent headaches during the third trimester indicates a need for further teaching, as this could be a sign of preeclampsia, which requires medical evaluation.

Step-by-step explanation:

The indication that further teaching is needed is the statement regarding persistent headache during the third trimester. While frequent urination, heartburn, and back pain are common symptoms due to the expanding uterus and increased weight during the third trimester, a persistent headache could be a sign of a complication such as preeclampsia and should be evaluated by a healthcare provider.