A 17-Year-Old Primigravida Has Gained 4 Pounds Since Her Last

Multiple Choice

A 17-year-old primigravida has gained 4 pounds since her last prenatal visit. Her blood pressure is 140/92 mm Hg. The most important nursing action is to:

A) advise her to cut down on fast foods that are high in fat.
B) caution her to avoid salty foods and to return in 2 weeks.
C) assess weight gain, location of edema, and urine for protein.
D) recommend she stay home from school for a few days to reduce stress.