The Nurse Is Auscultating Fetal Heart Tones in a Patient

Multiple Choice

The nurse is auscultating fetal heart tones in a patient who is 37 weeks' gestation. While in a supine position, the patient states, "I'm getting lightheaded and dizzy, and I feel clammy." Which of the following nursing actions is most appropriate?

A) Place a wedge beneath the patient's right hip.
B) Prepare for administration of packed red blood cells (PRBCs) .
C) Help the patient turn onto her right side.
D) Administer supplemental oxygen.