A Client at 11 Weeks' Gestation Complains of Severe and Extreme

Multiple Choice

A client at 11 weeks' gestation complains of severe and extreme nausea and vomiting. During history taking, the nurse midwife learns that the client vomits at least three times a day. An ultrasound is performed and reveals that the client is negative for hydatidiform mole and multiple pregnancy. The nurse midwife suspects a case of hyperemesis gravidarum. The client is admitted for monitoring. Which of the following interventions is the least appropriate for the client?

A) Increase oral intake of fluids.
B) Administer 3,000 mL of Ringer's lactate.
C) Administer metoclopramide.
D) Monitor fluid intake and urinary output.