NCLEX PN Exam Practice Test Practice Question
The nurse is measuring the uterine fundal height of a client at 36 weeks gestation lying in a supine position. The client suddenly reports dizziness, and the nurse observes pallor and damp, cool skin. What should the nurse do first?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Symptoms suggest supine hypotensive syndrome; turning the client to a lateral position relieves uterine pressure on the vena cava, improving blood flow.
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